In 2023, Belgium led the import share of fresh or chilled Pacific salmon with the highest value, followed by Portugal and the Netherlands. France and Australia were also significant importers. Emerging markets such as New Zealand showed notable growth, with a year-on-year variation of 40.51%. Russia exhibited a dramatic increase of 329.71% in imports, despite starting from a smaller base. The Netherlands and Australia saw modest growth, while countries like Austria and France experienced declines. While most variation over five years shows fluctuations, Russia and New Zealand highlight significant upward trends.
Future trends to watch include the potential increase in demand from Russia and New Zealand, driven by changing consumer preferences and supply chain dynamics. Additionally, economic conditions in Europe may influence consumption patterns in major importing countries like Belgium, France, and Portugal. Environmental factors and sustainability practices within the salmon farming industry could also impact import shares in the long term.
Top countries in Fresh or Chilled Pacific Salmon Imports Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 24.67 | 2023 | +18.52% | -0.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 20.65 | 2023 | +6.38% | -3.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 20.47 | 2023 | +17.7% | +1.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 13.41 | 2023 | -15.46% | -12.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 11.46 | 2023 | +2.76% | +2.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Argentina | 4.87 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Russia | 2.92 | 2023 | +7.83% | +329.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.71 | 2023 | -22.06% | -13.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 1.15 | 2023 | +6.39% | +40.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 0.74 | 2023 | +9.82% | +9.52% | View data |
