The total Longnosed Skate production for human consumption in France is showing a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 3 metric tons in 2024 and projected to decrease steadily to 2.1 metric tons by 2028. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of approximately 10% on average over the five-year period. This consistent downward trend indicates a compounding annual growth rate (CAGR) of about -8.3% from 2024 to 2028. Notably, the production stood at 3.2 metric tons in 2023, highlighting a continuation of the decline seen in subsequent years.
Future trends to watch include the impact of regulatory changes on fishing quotas and their potential effects on production, as well as shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable seafood, which may alter market dynamics for Longnosed Skate. Monitoring the environmental factors affecting skate populations could also provide insights into potential recovery or further declines in capture numbers.
