The production of whole fresh dogfishes and hounds in UK capture fisheries for human consumption is showing a significant downward trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 25.19 metric tons in 2024, it declines to just 0.61 metric tons by 2028. Notably, production decreased by approximately 25% annually, with a compound annual growth rate indicating an average yearly reduction of around 58% over the forecast period. This sharp decline signifies major challenges facing the industry in maintaining production levels.
Looking ahead, trends to monitor include regulatory changes in fishing practices, conservation efforts impacting supply, and shifts in consumer demand which may create unpredictability in production levels.
