The forecast for whole fresh undulate ray production in capture fisheries in the UK from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase, rising from 21.5 metric tons in 2024 to 25.84 metric tons in 2028. This upward trend reflects a year-on-year growth of 5.21% from 2024 to 2025, 4.81% from 2025 to 2026, 4.55% from 2026 to 2027, and 4.24% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 4.7%. As of 2023, the production level stood at an estimated 20.4 metric tons.
Future trends to watch include regulatory changes impacting capture fisheries, shifts in consumer demand for sustainable seafood, and technological advancements in fishing. Environmental factors and UK policy changes related to Brexit may also influence future production volumes.
