The forecast for the UK's total blue shark production in capture fisheries for human consumption predicts a significant downward trend from 2.1 metric tons in 2024 to 0.89 metric tons in 2028. This demonstrates a year-on-year decrease of approximately 14.76% for 2025, 16.76% for 2026, 20.13% for 2027, and 25.21% for 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is negative, further confirming a consistent decline. In 2023, the production was at a stable level, which has since been disrupted by external factors affecting the sustainability of blue shark populations.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of environmental regulations and conservation efforts on blue shark fishing quotas.
The effect of climate change on marine biodiversity and the availability of blue sharks.
Shifts in consumer preferences either towards or away from consumption of blue shark.