In 2023, the total molluscs production in capture fisheries for human consumption in the UK stood at approximately 49.88 thousand metric tons. Forecast data from 2024 suggests a steady decline, with production expected to drop to 48.29 thousand metric tons by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease in production of roughly 0.6% to 0.7%. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decrease of about 0.8%.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of climate change on mollusc populations, regulatory changes affecting fisheries management, and market demand fluctuations due to evolving consumer preferences for seafood.
