In 2023, Italy's production of alive fresh tunas, bonitos, and billfishes in capture fisheries for human consumption was recorded at 2.8 thousand metric tons. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 indicate a slight year-on-year decline from a stable 2.8 thousand metric tons in 2024 and 2025, gradually decreasing to 2.77 thousand metric tons by 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.15% over the five-year forecast period, highlighting a modest declining trend.

Future trends to watch for in this sector include:

Potential impacts from sustainable fishing regulations and quotas affecting production volumes.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative protein sources could decrease demand.
Technological advancements in aquaculture may offset some declines from capture fisheries.