Higher over the period
Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 7.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.31 Kilogram in 2023 (+38.2%), an average of +4.1% a year. The series high was 10.54 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 7.46 Kilogram in 2015.
What Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 10.31 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022. Colombia fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the country’s growing fisheries sector, aquatic resource potential, and increasing seafood availability within the food and beverages industry.
A 29.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2015) is 3.08 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +13.9% in 2019.
Ranks 27 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Colombia ranks 27 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Colombia is below it.
Full series
Colombia 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 | 10.31 | −1.2% |
| 2022 | 10.43 | −1% |
| 2021Peak | 10.54 | +12.7% |
| 2020 | 9.35 | +0.8% |
| 2019 | 9.28 | +13.9% |
| 2018 | 8.15 | +7.5% |
| 2017 | 7.58 | +0.7% |
| 2016 | 7.53 | +0.9% |
| 2015 Trough | 7.46 | — |
Regional context
How Colombia compares in South America
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Colombia 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.
With coastlines along both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, along with extensive freshwater resources, Colombia has favorable conditions for marine fishing, inland fisheries, and aquaculture development. Fish and seafood availability showed a strong increasing trend during the period, rising from 7.46 kilograms per person in 2015 to 10.31 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2018, Colombia experienced gradual growth in fish and seafood availability, increasing from 7.46 kilograms to 8.15 kilograms per capita. This improvement was supported by expansion in aquaculture activities, improved production capacity, and increasing demand for seafood products. The development of fish farming, particularly freshwater aquaculture, contributed significantly to strengthening domestic seafood supply and supporting food security.
From 2019 to 2023, Colombia continued to record strong growth in fish and seafood availability. The level increased to 9.28 kilograms in 2019 and further reached 9.35 kilograms in 2020. Growth continued in 2021, with availability reaching 10.54 kilograms per person, representing the highest level during the period. Although availability slightly declined afterward, it remained above 10 kilograms, reaching 10.43 kilograms in 2022 and 10.31 kilograms in 2023. This indicates sustained strength in Colombia’s seafood production and distribution system.
Colombia’s fish and seafood industry includes marine fisheries, inland fishing, aquaculture farming, and seafood processing activities. Key products include tilapia, trout, shrimp, cachama, and various marine fish species. Aquaculture has become an important contributor to production growth, providing employment opportunities and supporting rural economic development.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates significant improvement in Colombia’s fish and seafood availability. Continued investment in sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture expansion, modern production technologies, and efficient supply chains will be important for maintaining growth and strengthening Colombia’s seafood industry.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Colombia
- 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 Colombia 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 Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 10.31 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022.
How has Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 7.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.31 Kilogram in 2023 (+38.2%), an average of +4.1% a year. The series high was 10.54 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 7.46 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Colombia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 10.54 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 7.46 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Colombia 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 Colombia 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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