In 2023, France led European fresh seabass production with 2.25 thousand metric tons despite a 3.12% decline from the previous year. Spain and the Netherlands showed significant growth, with increases of 7.35% and 8.34% respectively. Conversely, the United Kingdom and Italy experienced slight contractions in their production levels, specifically a 6.53% and a marginal 0.12% decrease. Malta registered the most substantial growth at 23.02%. Other countries like Croatia, Cyprus, and Belgium also demonstrated positive trends, whereas Denmark and Slovenia saw minor reductions. Overall, the cumulative annual growth rate (CAGR) provides insights into the average performance over the past five years.
Future trends in European fresh seabass production may be influenced by climate change impacts on fishing zones, enhanced sustainability practices, and regulatory shifts within the EU framework. Countries could explore aquaculture advancements to stabilize and potentially increase their output. Monitoring these aspects will be crucial to anticipating growth and competitiveness within the sector.
Top countries in Fresh European Seabass Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,250 | 2023 | -8.93% | -3.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 780.32 | 2023 | +3.73% | +7.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 433.74 | 2023 | +20.08% | +3.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 344.48 | 2023 | -7.99% | +4.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 306.37 | 2023 | -7.58% | -6.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 236.22 | 2023 | -2.83% | +8.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 202.7 | 2023 | -0.099% | -0.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 71 | 2023 | +0.28% | +4.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 13.43 | 2023 | +1% | +8.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 3.98 | 2023 | +135.7% | +6.58% | View data |
