Higher over the period
Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 23.20 Kilogram in 2015 to 24.75 Kilogram in 2023 (+6.7%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 25.71 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 22.61 Kilogram in 2020.
What Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 24.75 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022. Israel fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 reflects the country’s seafood consumption patterns, aquaculture development, and efforts to maintain a stable fish supply despite limited natural marine resources. With access to the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, Israel has developed a fisheries sector supported by marine fishing, freshwater farming, and advanced aquaculture technologies.
A 12.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2020) is 3.10 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +13.3% in 2021.
Ranks 14 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Israel ranks 14 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Israel is above it.
Full series
Israel 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 | 24.75 | −1.6% |
| 2022 | 25.16 | −1.8% |
| 2021 | 25.61 | +13.3% |
| 2020 Trough | 22.61 | −2.8% |
| 2019 | 23.27 | −4.6% |
| 2018 | 24.38 | −5.2% |
| 2017Peak | 25.71 | +5.7% |
| 2016 | 24.33 | +4.9% |
| 2015 | 23.20 | — |
Regional context
How Israel compares in Asia
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Israel is highlighted.
1South Korea52.82
2Malaysia51.03
3China41.68
4Indonesia40.42
5Vietnam40.06
6Taiwan30.40
7Thailand28.62
9Israel24.75
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 consistent during the period, increasing slightly from 23.20 kilograms per person in 2015 to 24.75 kilograms in 2023.
Between 2015 and 2017, fish and seafood availability increased from 23.20 kilograms to 25.71 kilograms per capita, showing improvements in seafood supply and production capacity. This growth was supported by developments in aquaculture farming, efficient seafood distribution systems, and continued demand from consumers. However, availability experienced a moderate decline in 2018 and 2019, reaching 24.38 kilograms and 23.27 kilograms respectively, due to changes in production levels and market conditions.
In 2020, fish and seafood availability decreased further to 22.61 kilograms per person, reflecting disruptions affecting food production and distribution networks. However, the sector demonstrated recovery from 2021 onwards, with availability increasing to 25.61 kilograms in 2021 before stabilizing at 25.16 kilograms in 2022 and 24.75 kilograms in 2023. This recovery indicates improved supply management and resilience within the seafood sector.
Israel’s fish and seafood industry includes marine fisheries, aquaculture farming, and seafood imports that contribute to domestic consumption. Aquaculture plays an important role in supporting fish availability, with species such as tilapia, seabream, seabass, and carp being commonly produced. The country has also adopted advanced technologies to improve farming efficiency and reduce pressure on natural marine resources.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend shows stable fish and seafood availability in Israel with temporary fluctuations. Continued innovation in aquaculture, sustainable fisheries management, and efficient supply chains will remain important for maintaining seafood availability and supporting future growth in Israel’s fisheries sector.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Israel
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Israel 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 Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 24.75 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022.
How has Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 23.20 Kilogram in 2015 to 24.75 Kilogram in 2023 (+6.7%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 25.71 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 22.61 Kilogram in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Israel Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 25.71 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 22.61 Kilogram in 2020.
What does the Israel 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 Israel 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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