The forecast data indicates a consistent decline in total sea lamprey production in capture fisheries for human consumption in France from 2024 to 2028, with productions decreasing from €86.38 thousand to €66.84 thousand. In 2023, the standing value was higher than 2024, reflecting a downward trend starting from 2023. There is an annual average decrease of approximately 4.97% over the five-year period. This trend suggests diminishing economic interest or other influencing factors reducing sea lamprey capture activities.
Looking forward, key trends to monitor include potential regulatory changes affecting fishing practices, shifts in consumer demand for sea lamprey, climate impacts on sea lamprey habitats, and developments in alternative aquaculture production methods that could reverse the declining trend.
