In 2023, Italy's fresh groupers and seabasses production in capture fisheries for human consumption stood at 53.4 metric tons. The forecasted figures from 2024 to 2028 reveal a steep decline, from 43.9 metric tons in 2024 down to a mere 6.1 metric tons by 2028. This results in a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -35.0% over the five-year forecasted period. Year-on-year, the production decreases by approximately 21.6% from 2024 to 2025, 27.6% into 2026, 37.8% into 2027, and a drastic 60.6% into 2028.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes impacting fishing quotas, advancements in sustainable seafood practices, and shifts in consumer dietary preferences which could further influence Italy's capture fisheries production landscape.
