The forecast for the import of frozen whole sardines, brisling, and sprats to Germany displays a consistent downward trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting from a forecasted import volume of 990.73 thousand kilograms in 2024, the volume decreases each year to reach 769.49 thousand kilograms by 2028. This trend reveals a year-on-year decrease approximately around 6% annually. The Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period further highlights a steady decline in imports. In comparison, the actual import volume for 2023 stood at a higher level than projected for 2024, indicating a shift in market dynamics.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in dietary preferences, sustainability concerns affecting fish importation, and changes in global fish supply chains. These factors could further influence import volumes and market demand in the coming years.
