The forecast for whelk production in France shows a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with volumes increasing from 11.04 to 12.43 thousand metric tons. Compared to the actual data for 2023, these projections suggest a consistent year-on-year growth. This growth is reflected in the annual increase of 3.17% from 2024 to 2025, 3.07% from 2025 to 2026, 2.98% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.81% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period is approximately 3%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of climate change on whelk habitats, which might influence production volumes.
Market demand fluctuations driven by consumer preferences for seafood.
Regulatory changes in fishing policies that may affect capture fisheries.