Analysis of the data on employment in the aquaculture sector (marine and inland) in the Netherlands reveals a fluctuating trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, employment numbers saw a gradual decline, dropping from 220 persons in 2013 to 200 persons by 2017. However, there was a notable increase in 2018, jumping to 240 persons, followed by a slight decrease and stabilization at 230 persons from 2019 to 2022. Employment dipped again to 220 persons in 2023.
In terms of year-on-year variation, the largest fluctuations occurred in 2018 with a notable 20% increase. However, the most recent two years show a stabilization with no change in 2022 and a -4.35% decrease in 2023. Over the last two years, the employment trend appears to have stabilized at around 220 persons for future forecasts. The last five-year period shows an average annual decline (CAGR) of -1.73% by 2023 and is expected to remain stable with no growth rate forecasted till 2028.
Future trends to watch:
- Monitoring technological advancements and their impact on automation within the sector.
- Assessing environmental policies and their potential influence on employment levels.
- Evaluating the growth in demand for sustainable and locally sourced aquaculture products.
- Tracking economic factors and their overall impact on the aquaculture industry.
