Lower over the period
Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 28.99 Kilogram in 2015 to 26.34 Kilogram in 2023 (−9.1%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 28.99 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 25.47 Kilogram in 2017.
What Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 26.34 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.8% on 2022. The Philippines fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 reflects the country’s strong dependence on marine resources, fisheries activities, and seafood consumption patterns. As an archipelagic nation with extensive coastlines and rich aquatic ecosystems, the Philippines has maintained a significant role in regional fish and seafood availability.
A 12.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2017) is 3.52 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −8.4% in 2017.
Ranks 13 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Philippines ranks 13 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Philippines is above it.
Full series
Philippines 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 | 26.34 | −0.8% |
| 2022 | 26.56 | −0.7% |
| 2021 | 26.76 | +4.9% |
| 2020 | 25.52 | −4.1% |
| 2019 | 26.61 | +3.9% |
| 2018 | 25.61 | +0.5% |
| 2017 Trough | 25.47 | −8.4% |
| 2016 | 27.80 | −4.1% |
| 2015Peak | 28.99 | — |
Regional context
How Philippines compares in Asia
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Philippines 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.
The per capita availability of fish and seafood showed fluctuations during the period, beginning at 28.99 kilograms in 2015 and reaching 26.34 kilograms in 2023. Although the trend indicates a moderate decline, seafood remains an important component of the Filipino diet and food supply system.
Between 2015 and 2018, fish and seafood availability decreased gradually from 28.99 kilograms to 25.61 kilograms per person, reflecting changes in production conditions, resource management challenges, and market dynamics. The sector experienced a slight recovery in 2019, reaching 26.61 kilograms, supported by improvements in fisheries output and aquaculture activities. However, availability declined again in 2020 due to disruptions affecting supply chains, fishing operations, and economic activities.
From 2021 to 2023, fish and seafood availability remained relatively stable, ranging between 25.52 and 26.76 kilograms per capita. The Philippines continues to rely on both capture fisheries and aquaculture production to support domestic seafood demand. Key seafood products include tuna, sardines, shrimp, milkfish, and other marine species that contribute significantly to the country’s food industry.
The overall trend highlights the importance of sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture development, and efficient supply chains to maintain seafood availability. The Philippines’ fish and seafood sector continues to support food security, employment, and economic activities while adapting to environmental and production challenges.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Philippines
- 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 Philippines 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 Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 26.34 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.8% on 2022.
How has Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 28.99 Kilogram in 2015 to 26.34 Kilogram in 2023 (−9.1%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 28.99 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 25.47 Kilogram in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest Philippines Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 28.99 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 25.47 Kilogram in 2017.
What does the Philippines 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 Philippines 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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