In 2023, Spain led European sardine production with 37.304 million euros, followed by Portugal and France. Notably, the Netherlands showed significant growth with a 17.03% increase, while Malta achieved a remarkable 36.9% rise, albeit from a smaller base. Conversely, Italy and France showed declines of 6.36% and 3.27%, respectively. Over the past five years, trends reveal varying growth across countries, with some maintaining consistent production levels.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include technological advancements in fishing techniques, the sustainability of sardine stocks, and evolving consumer preferences. These factors could influence production levels and the economic viability of sardine capture fisheries in Europe.
Top countries in Total Sardine Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 37,304,000 | 2023 | -5.89% | -2.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 28,259,000 | 2023 | -0.34% | +5.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 21,245,000 | 2023 | +0.96% | -3.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 20,760,000 | 2023 | +39.92% | +17.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 18,293,000 | 2023 | +17.04% | -6.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 17,260,000 | 2023 | -20.05% | -2.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 16,416,000 | 2023 | +3.78% | -0.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 3,579,400 | 2023 | +3.59% | +1.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 10,800 | 2023 | +51310% | +36.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 5,890 | 2023 | +16.28% | -9.04% | View data |
