Research on the consumption trend changes of aquatic products in China from the perspective of consumption upgrading.

In order to implement precise policies to promote the high-quality development of fisheries, better coordinate the structural reform of the supply side of fisheries and expand the domestic demand for aquatic products. Based on the official data of dietary guidelines for Chinese residents, the present situation and future trend of consumption of aquatic products in China are analyzed in this paper. The results show that the consumption structure of aquatic products in China is continuously optimized, and the proportion of high economic aquatic products consumption is increased, and the consumption of aquatic products in China is expected to exceed 35 million tons by 2035. The research shows that the following work should be carried out to meet the demand of upgrading aquatic products consumption in China in the future. (1) To expand the supply channels of aquatic products by asking for food from large surface resources. (2) Vigorously develop aquaculture varieties of high economic value and enhance the supply capacity. (3) Strengthen the support of fishery technology and equipment, and promote the green development of fishery. This study can provide relevant data support for fishery authorities to implement policies, establish a big food concept, plan and layout in advance according to the future market trends of aquatic products, build a diversified food supply system, and promote the high-quality development of fisheries through both supply and demand.

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