The 2023 production of fresh Atlantic Horse Mackerel for human consumption in Italy stood at an estimated baseline for this analysis. The data from 2024 forecasts a gradual decline across the following years: 787.1 metric tons in 2024, dropping to 366.5 metric tons by 2028. Notably, production forecasts indicate the following year-on-year percentage decreases: 2025 (-13.9%), 2026 (-15.7%), 2027 (-18.1%), and 2028 (-21.6%). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period projects an average yearly decline.
Future trends to watch:
- Considerations of environmental regulations impacting fishing capacities.
- Potential innovations in sustainable fishing practices.
- Shifts in consumer demand for alternative protein sources.
