In 2023, the total North European kelp production in capture fisheries for human consumption in France stood at 14.18 thousand metric tons. The forecasted data indicates a gradual decline in production with a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.78% from 2024 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is negative, at around 0.78% per year, reflecting a consistent downtrend.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential shifts in consumer demand driving efforts towards sustainable harvesting practices.
Impact of climate change on marine ecosystems affecting kelp growth rates.
Technological advancements in aquaculture potentially offsetting wild harvest declines.