Broadly stable
Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 7.14 Kilogram in 2015 to 7.11 Kilogram in 2023 (−0.4%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 7.34 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 6.02 Kilogram in 2016.
What Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 7.11 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.3% on 2022. Argentina fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 reflects the country’s marine resources, fishing activities, seafood supply patterns, and contribution of fisheries to the food and beverages sector. With a long Atlantic coastline and rich marine ecosystems, Argentina has developed an important fishing industry focused on commercial marine capture, seafood processing, and export activities.
A 18% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2016) is 1.32 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +20.3% in 2017.
Ranks 30 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 30 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Argentina is below it.
Full series
Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7.11 | −0.3% |
| 2022 | 7.13 | −0.3% |
| 2021 | 7.15 | +0.4% |
| 2020 | 7.12 | +4.6% |
| 2019 | 6.81 | −7.2% |
| 2018Peak | 7.34 | +1.4% |
| 2017 | 7.24 | +20.3% |
| 2016 Trough | 6.02 | −15.7% |
| 2015 | 7.14 | — |
Regional context
How Argentina compares in South America
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Argentina is highlighted.
1Chile14.36
2Colombia10.31
3Brazil8.18
4Argentina7.11
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country.
The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
About this indicator
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
Fish and seafood availability remained relatively stable throughout the period, decreasing slightly from 7.14 kilograms per person in 2015 to 7.11 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2017, Argentina experienced fluctuations in fish and seafood availability, declining from 7.14 kilograms in 2015 to 6.02 kilograms in 2016 before recovering to 7.24 kilograms in 2017. These changes were influenced by variations in fishing output, market conditions, and seafood production levels. The sector showed improvement in 2018, with availability reaching 7.34 kilograms per person, representing the highest level recorded during the period.
From 2019 to 2023, Argentina’s fish and seafood availability remained consistent, fluctuating within a narrow range of approximately 6.8 to 7.2 kilograms per person. Availability declined slightly to 6.81 kilograms in 2019 but recovered to 7.12 kilograms in 2020. Between 2021 and 2023, levels remained stable at around 7.1 kilograms, indicating resilience in the country’s seafood supply system despite changing economic and production conditions.
Argentina’s fish and seafood industry is primarily supported by marine fisheries, aquaculture activities, and seafood processing industries. Major seafood products include hake, shrimp, squid, anchovy, and other Atlantic marine species. The sector plays an important role in export markets, coastal employment, and regional economic development.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend shows a stable fish and seafood availability pattern in Argentina with minor annual variations. Continued investment in sustainable fishing practices, responsible marine resource management, aquaculture development, and improved processing infrastructure will be important for maintaining seafood availability and strengthening Argentina’s position in the regional and global seafood industry.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
What was Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 7.11 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.3% on 2022.
How has Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 7.14 Kilogram in 2015 to 7.11 Kilogram in 2023 (−0.4%), an average of −0.1% a year. The series high was 7.34 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 6.02 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 7.34 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 6.02 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country. Excluded: The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
Where does the Argentina Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fish+and+seafood&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true&Unit=Kilograms+per+year). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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