the three pie charts illustrate the sources of fish imported to the United States in the years 1988,1992,and 2000,focusing on Canada,China,and other countries.
Overall,the proportion of fish imports from Canada significantly decreased over the period,while the share from China and other countries rose.By 2000,other countries had become the largest source of fish imports.
In 1988,Canada was the dominant exporter,accounting for 60 percent of all fish imported to the US.China contributed 13 percent,and the remaining 27 percent came from other countries.However,in 1992,the proportion of imports from Canada dropped to 45 percent,while other countries increased their share to 33 percent.Chinas contribution also rose slightly to 22 percent.
By 2000,the distribution changed considerably.Imports from other countries became the leading source,making up 46 percent of total fish imports.Canadas share further declined to 28 percent,and Chinas portion grew to 26 percent,nearly doubling its 1988 figure.
In summary,there was a clear shift in fish import sources over the 12-year period,with a steady decline in imports from Canada and a noticeable rise in contributions from China and other countries.