Lower over the period
Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 56.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 51.03 Kilogram in 2023 (−9.6%), an average of −1.3% a year. The series high was 56.46 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 49.90 Kilogram in 2020.
What Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 51.03 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022. Malaysia fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the country’s strong seafood consumption culture, marine resource availability, and contribution of fisheries and aquaculture activities to the food supply system.
A 11.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2020) is 6.56 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −4.9% in 2020.
Ranks 2 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Malaysia ranks 2 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and China (41.68 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Malaysia is above it.
Full series
Malaysia 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 | 51.03 | −1.2% |
| 2022 | 51.66 | −1.2% |
| 2021 | 52.29 | +4.8% |
| 2020 Trough | 49.90 | −4.9% |
| 2019 | 52.46 | −2.7% |
| 2018 | 53.93 | −3.2% |
| 2017 | 55.69 | −1% |
| 2016 | 56.26 | −0.4% |
| 2015Peak | 56.46 | — |
Regional context
How Malaysia compares in Asia
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Malaysia is highlighted.
1South Korea52.82
2Malaysia51.03
3China41.68
4Indonesia40.42
5Vietnam40.06
6Taiwan30.40
7Thailand28.62
8Philippines26.34
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.
As a Southeast Asian nation surrounded by coastal waters, Malaysia has a well-developed fisheries sector that supports domestic food demand and provides important economic opportunities for coastal communities. The per capita availability of fish and seafood remained high throughout the period, starting at 56.46 kilograms in 2015 and reaching 51.03 kilograms in 2023.
During 2015 to 2018, fish and seafood availability showed a gradual decline from 56.46 kilograms to 53.93 kilograms per person. This reduction reflects changes in production conditions, resource availability, environmental factors, and evolving market conditions. Despite the decline, Malaysia continued to maintain one of the highest seafood availability levels in the region due to its extensive fishing activities and aquaculture production.
From 2019 onwards, the sector experienced further adjustments, with per capita availability decreasing to 52.46 kilograms in 2019 and reaching its lowest level of 49.90 kilograms in 2020. The decline during this period was influenced by disruptions in fishing operations, supply chain challenges, and economic impacts affecting food production and distribution systems. However, the market gradually recovered, with availability improving to 52.29 kilograms in 2021 before stabilizing around 51–52 kilograms between 2022 and 2023.
Malaysia’s fish and seafood industry includes marine capture fisheries, freshwater aquaculture, and commercial seafood processing. Products such as shrimp, tuna, mackerel, prawns, and other marine species play an important role in national food consumption and trade activities. The overall trend from 2015 to 2023 indicates a moderate decline but continued strong seafood availability. Sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture expansion, and improved production efficiency remain important for maintaining Malaysia’s seafood supply and supporting long-term food security.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Malaysia
- 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 Malaysia 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 Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 51.03 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022.
How has Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 56.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 51.03 Kilogram in 2023 (−9.6%), an average of −1.3% a year. The series high was 56.46 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 49.90 Kilogram in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Malaysia Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 56.46 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 49.90 Kilogram in 2020.
What does the Malaysia 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 Malaysia 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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