Countries by Total Fish Production 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by total fish and seafood production including capture fisheries and aquaculture in 2024, measured in millions of metric tons according to FAO State of World Fisheries data. China accounts for approximately 35% of global fish production when aquaculture is included — its vast freshwater and coastal aquaculture industry producing more farmed fish than the rest of the world combined, driven by government investment in fish farming as a protein source for 1.4 billion people.

✨ AI Insight

China's fish production far exceeds that of other countries, with its 90 million metric tons dwarfing Indonesia's 23 million and India's 17 million. This gap illustrates not only China's massive aquaculture capabilities but also its strategic focus on fish farming as a sustainable protein source for its large population. The production figures for Indonesia and India, while substantial, reveal a stark contrast to China's output, suggesting potential growth opportunities in these markets. Interestingly, countries like Vietnam and Russia, producing only 9 million and 7 million metric tons respectively, highlight the varying levels of investment and development in the fishing industry across the globe. Overall, the trend indicates a concentration of fish production in a few key players, with China leading the way.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

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China leads with 90 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 20 · median: 8.

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Gap in 2024: China is 18× larger than Bangladesh.