The forecast for whole fresh European sprat production in capture fisheries in France indicates a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. The production is expected to decrease from 11.5 metric tons in 2024 to 7.7 metric tons in 2028. The year-on-year declines are -8.7% from 2024 to 2025, -8.6% from 2025 to 2026, -10.4% from 2026 to 2027, and -10.5% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the projected period is -9.1%. No data from 2023 has been provided, indicating this forecast focuses solely on future data beginning from 2024.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental policies impacting fishing quotas and sustainability.
Market demand fluctuations due to dietary changes and economic factors.
Technological advancements in fishing methodologies and preservation techniques.
Climate change impacts on sprat habitats and availability.