The production of fresh sardines in capture fisheries in France for human consumption is forecasted to decline from 23.07 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 22.24 thousand metric tons in 2028. Year-on-year, the decrease is approximately 0.90% from 2024 to 2025 and continues similarly thereafter. This trend represents a CAGR of roughly -0.91% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, indicating a gradual reduction in production levels.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives on sardine capture volumes.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood choices.
Climatic changes affecting marine biodiversity and sardine populations.