The forecast for the production of sharks, rays, and chimaeras in capture fisheries in France from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline. In 2023, production stood at approximately 13.43 thousand metric tons. Each subsequent year sees a slight decrease, with the year-on-year decline ranging from about 0.15% to 0.19%. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates a steady decline in production of about 0.17% per year.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential policy changes in marine conservation impacting capture fisheries.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing methods.
- Changes in consumer demand for shark and ray products.
- Environmental factors affecting marine life and fishery yields.
