In 2023, the value of whole fresh Gillbacker sea catfish production in capture fisheries for human consumption in France was steady. As we look ahead, the forecast for 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline in value, from 5.74 to 5.56 thousand euros per metric ton, indicating an average annual decrease of approximately 0.8% CAGR over the five-year period. Year-on-year changes reveal a consistent but slight downward trajectory.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in consumer preferences toward other fish species.
Impacts of environmental policies and sustainability efforts on capture fisheries.
Economic factors that might influence production costs and pricing.