The demand for freshwater fish in France showed slight fluctuations from 2014 to 2023, peaking at 258.65 thousand metric tons in 2014 and dipping to a historical low of 212.98 thousand metric tons in 2020 due to market disruptions. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years leading to 2023 was approximately -0.06%, with a marginal year-on-year decline of 0.04% noticed in 2023.
Looking forward, the forecasted data suggests a stabilizing trend with only a slight reduction in demand expected from 2024 to 2028. The projected CAGR over the next five years is anticipated to be around -0.02%, indicating a very slow decrease in volume. Key trends to watch include shifts in consumer preference towards sustainable and locally sourced fish, regulatory changes impacting the fishing industry, and technological advancements in aquaculture.
