Freshwater fish production in Turkey in 2023 stood at 132.33 Thousand Metric Tons, marking a slight decrease of 0.35% year-on-year. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has been -0.39% indicating a minor declining trend in production.
From 2014 to 2023:
- The production showed fluctuations, notably dropping by 17.32% in 2020 followed by a 14.04% rebound in 2021.- Consistent minor declines were observed in subsequent years with only minor positive variations.
Forecasts through 2028 suggest a gradual decrease at a forecast 5-year CAGR of -0.29%, with a total reduction rate of -1.42% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of climate change on water ecosystems, evolving regulations on aquaculture, and technological advancements in sustainable fish farming practices. These factors could either mitigate or exacerbate the declining trend in freshwater fish production in Turkey.
