In 2023, Italy dominated European production of whole fresh Mediterranean spearfish in capture fisheries with a value of 568.64 thousand euros, maintaining its flat growth trend. Spain followed at 12.59 thousand euros, growing by 9.68%, while Malta saw an 11.92% increase. Cyprus experienced a notable growth of 39.1%, and Croatia the most significant jump at 75.52%. This collective trend marks a diverse landscape in spearfish production across the Mediterranean.
Looking forward, increasing demand for sustainable fisheries practices, coupled with technological advancements in capture methods, might drive an increase in production efficiency and value, particularly for emerging producers like Cyprus and Croatia.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Mediterranean Spearfish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 568,640 | 2023 | -18.3% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12,590 | 2023 | +14.96% | +9.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Malta | 10,580 | 2023 | +28.84% | +11.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Cyprus | 2,550 | 2023 | +449.16% | +39.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 1,190 | 2023 | -30.56% | +75.52% | View data |
