The forecast for fresh Starry Smoothhound production in the UK's capture fisheries indicates a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with predictions rising from 7.64 to 9.35 metric tons. The actual production in 2023 stood at 7.23 metric tons. The year-on-year growth shows a consistent increase, with notable gains over the last two years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period suggests a healthy average annual increase.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of environmental policies on fishing practices.
Technological advancements in capture techniques.
Market demand fluctuations driven by consumer preferences for sustainable seafood.