In 2023, Peru led global pelagic fish production with a 11.32% share, followed by Indonesia and China at 9.37% and 9.35% respectively. Japan (6.39%) and India (4.47%) also had significant shares. Trends over the last few years show some fluctuations: Peru and Mauritania saw notable increases at 1.91% and 3.55%, while countries like China, Chile, and the Philippines experienced declines of -1.41%, -1.64%, and -1.71% respectively. The United States and Canada also saw minor reductions. Meanwhile, Vietnam and Kenya saw the most robust growth at 5.79% and 4.48% respectively. Countries such as Sri Lanka, Denmark, and Yemen showed downturns, notably Yemen with a -5.86% change.
Future trends to watch include increased production in emerging contributors like Vietnam, Ghana, and Kenya. However, the stability of traditional leaders like Indonesia and China may face challenges due to environmental policies and overfishing. Sustainability practices and technological innovations may also affect future production trends globally.
Top countries in Pelagic Fish Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Peru | 11.32 | 2023 | +1.73% | +1.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Indonesia | 9.37 | 2023 | +0.27% | -0.013% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 9.35 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Japan | 6.39 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.091% | View data |
| 5 | 5 India | 4.47 | 2023 | -0.37% | -0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chile | 3.93 | 2023 | -1.09% | -1.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Russia | 3.47 | 2023 | +1.5% | +1.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Morocco | 3.34 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Philippines | 3.32 | 2023 | -1.8% | -1.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 2.67 | 2023 | -1.05% | -0.81% | View data |
