Falling to a series low
France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 33.40 Kilogram in 2015 to 32.64 Kilogram in 2023 (−2.3%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 34.66 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 32.64 Kilogram in 2023.
What France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 32.64 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.2% on 2022. France’s fish and seafood availability showed a gradual declining trend between 2015 and 2023, with the data measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents fish and seafood available for consumption and provides insights into seafood supply patterns, consumer access, and market developments within the Retail & Consumer – Food & Beverages sector.
A 5.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2023) is 2.02 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −4.6% in 2019.
Ranks 7 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, France ranks 7 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so France is above it.
Full series
France 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 Trough | 32.64 | −0.2% |
| 2022 | 32.72 | −0.3% |
| 2021 | 32.82 | −0.3% |
| 2020 | 32.91 | −0.2% |
| 2019 | 32.99 | −4.6% |
| 2018 | 34.58 | −0.2% |
| 2017Peak | 34.66 | +2.3% |
| 2016 | 33.87 | +1.4% |
| 2015 | 33.40 | — |
Regional context
How France compares in Europe
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. France is highlighted.
1Spain36.80
2France32.64
3Finland31.49
4Sweden30.62
5Italy29.39
6Denmark22.56
7Netherlands19.08
8UK17.70
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.
France recorded 33.40 kilograms of fish and seafood availability per person in 2015. The availability increased during the initial years, reaching 33.87 kilograms in 2016 and further rising to 34.66 kilograms in 2017, which represented the highest value recorded during the analyzed period. In 2018, availability remained stable at 34.58 kilograms, indicating continued strong access to seafood products and consistent availability during the early years. This period reflected a positive trend in seafood availability before the decline observed in later years.
From 2019 onwards, France experienced a gradual reduction in fish and seafood availability. The value decreased to 32.99 kilograms in 2019 and continued declining to 32.91 kilograms in 2020. The downward movement continued in subsequent years, with availability reaching 32.82 kilograms in 2021, 32.72 kilograms in 2022, and 32.64 kilograms in 2023. The reduction during this period indicates a gradual shift in seafood availability levels compared with the higher values recorded earlier.
Overall, France’s fish and seafood availability demonstrated a moderate decline after reaching its peak in 2017. Despite the reduction, availability remained relatively stable during the later years, reflecting consistent consumer access to seafood products. The data highlights changes in seafood availability patterns, consumption trends, and supply conditions within the food and beverage sector. These trends provide valuable insights into long-term seafood market developments, availability patterns, and changing consumer demand for fish and seafood products. The analysis also supports understanding of how seafood availability has evolved over time and helps evaluate ongoing trends in the seafood segment.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- France
- Region
- Europe
- 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 France 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 France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 32.64 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.2% on 2022.
How has France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 33.40 Kilogram in 2015 to 32.64 Kilogram in 2023 (−2.3%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 34.66 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 32.64 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest France Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 34.66 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 32.64 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the France 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 France 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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