Fresh finfish production in capture fisheries for human consumption in Turkey exhibited several fluctuations from 2016 to 2023, with production standing at 159.92 thousand metric tons in 2023. The year-on-year variations ranged considerably, highlighted by a decrease of 12.43% in 2017, followed by a bounce back with a 14.4% increase in 2018, and again showing a decline of 1.04% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years averaged 1.46%, suggesting a modest growth trend.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data indicates a steady increase in production, with a growth rate of 7.91% expected by 2028, averaging a 1.53% CAGR over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in sustainable fishing practices, potential impacts of regulatory changes, and the development of new fishing technologies. Understanding the influence of climate change on fish populations will also be critical in forecasting future production levels.
