The value added of seafood in Germany is forecasted to decrease from EUR 136.0 million in 2024 to EUR 107.0 million in 2028. This represents a significant decline over the five-year period. Analyzing year-on-year percentage variations, we observe a continuous downward trend. From 2024 to 2025, the expected decrease is approximately 5.9%, 2025 to 2026 sees a 5.5% decline, 2026 to 2027 experiences a 5.8% reduction, and 2027 to 2028 expects a decline of around 6.1%. This results in a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately -5.8% over the five-year forecast.
Future trends to watch for include shifting consumer preferences towards alternative protein sources, evolving regulatory and environmental considerations that may impact seafood supply chains, and potential innovations in seafood processing and sustainability practices that could alter market dynamics.