The forecast for the import of fresh or chilled lobsters to the US shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, with expected volumes rising from 29.928 million kilograms in 2024 to 31.589 million kilograms in 2028. Compared to 2023, which saw a volume of 29.5 million kilograms, this reflects modest growth.
The year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2028 highlights a consistent growth trend with small increments in import volumes each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period demonstrates an average annual increase of around 1.35%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in consumer demand influenced by economic factors.
- Potential regulations impacting import activities.
- Environmental and sustainability issues affecting lobster supply.
