The following report provides an analysis of the total value and sources of fish imported to the United States between 1988 and 2000, as illustrated by the table and pie charts.
The data indicates a steady increase in the total value of fish imports over the 12-year period, accompanied by a shift in the primary sources of imports.
The total value of fish imports to the US witnessed a significant surge, rising from 6.57 billion dollars in 1988 to 10.72 billion dollars in 2000, representing a notable 63.5% increase. This upward trend is evident in the table, highlighting a substantial growth in the US fish import market over the 12-year period.
Meanwhile, the pie charts reveal a pronounced shift in the sources of fish imports. In 1988, ‘others’ accounted for the largest proportion (60%) of fish imports, followed by Canada (27%) and China (13%). However, by 2000, China had become the leading source, accounting for 30% of fish imports, while Canada’s share decreased to 28%, and ‘others’ remained steady at around 42%.