Lower over the period
Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 5.60 Kilogram in 2015 to 5.32 Kilogram in 2023 (−5%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 5.86 Kilogram in 2020 and the low 4.69 Kilogram in 2016.
What Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 5.32 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.2% on 2022. Turkey fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 represents the country’s fisheries capacity, aquaculture growth, and seafood consumption trends within the food and beverages sector. Located between the Mediterranean Sea, Aegean Sea, and Black Sea, Turkey has a strong geographical advantage for marine fisheries and aquaculture production.
A 20% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2016) is 1.17 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −16.2% in 2016.
Ranks 33 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Turkey ranks 33 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so Turkey is below it.
Full series
Turkey 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 | 5.32 | −0.2% |
| 2022 | 5.33 | −0.4% |
| 2021 | 5.35 | −8.7% |
| 2020Peak | 5.86 | +7.3% |
| 2019 | 5.46 | +1.9% |
| 2018 | 5.36 | +11% |
| 2017 | 4.83 | +3% |
| 2016 Trough | 4.69 | −16.2% |
| 2015 | 5.60 | — |
Regional context
How Turkey compares in Asia
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Turkey is highlighted.
1South Korea52.82
2Malaysia51.03
3China41.68
4Indonesia40.42
5Vietnam40.06
6Taiwan30.40
7Thailand28.62
14Turkey5.32
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 country’s fish and seafood availability remained relatively stable during the period, starting at 5.60 kilograms per person in 2015 and reaching 5.32 kilograms in 2023.
From 2015 to 2017, Turkey experienced a decline in fish and seafood availability, decreasing from 5.60 kilograms to 4.83 kilograms per capita. This reduction was influenced by changes in fishing conditions, production levels, and market factors affecting seafood supply. However, the sector gradually recovered between 2018 and 2020, with availability increasing from 5.36 kilograms in 2018 to 5.86 kilograms in 2020. This improvement reflected the growing contribution of aquaculture production and better utilization of marine resources.
Between 2021 and 2023, fish and seafood availability showed minor fluctuations but remained stable around 5.3 kilograms per person. Availability reached 5.35 kilograms in 2021, followed by 5.33 kilograms in 2022 and 5.32 kilograms in 2023. The consistent levels indicate the resilience of Turkey’s seafood industry despite changes in production conditions and market demand.
Turkey’s fish and seafood sector includes marine capture fisheries, freshwater production, and one of the most developed aquaculture industries in the region. Major seafood products include seabass, seabream, trout, anchovy, and other marine species. Aquaculture has become an important contributor to production growth, supporting domestic consumption and export activities.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates a stable fish and seafood availability pattern in Turkey with limited variations over the years. Continued investment in sustainable aquaculture, modern production techniques, and effective fisheries management will help strengthen Turkey’s seafood industry and support long-term food supply security.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- Turkey
- 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 Turkey 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 Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 5.32 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.2% on 2022.
How has Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 5.60 Kilogram in 2015 to 5.32 Kilogram in 2023 (−5%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 5.86 Kilogram in 2020 and the low 4.69 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Turkey Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 5.86 Kilogram in 2020 and the lowest was 4.69 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Turkey 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 Turkey 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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