Key Market Indicators
Belgium's exports of salmon are expected to hit around half a million kilograms in 2026, up from 435,240 kilograms in 2021. This is an average growth rate of 2.1% year-on-year since 2004. In 2021, Belgium was the 22nd largest exporter of salmon in the world, while Greece was the largest. Sweden, Chile and the United Kingdom came in second, third and fourth, respectively. Meanwhile, Belgium's imports of salmon are forecast to be 4.7 million kilograms in 2026, down from 5.1 million kilograms in 2021. This marks a 4.6% year-on-year decrease since 2004. In 2021, Belgium was the 28th largest importer of salmon in the world, with Ireland in the number one spot. Poland, the United States and France respectively came in second, third and fourth.
