The Netherlands leads in European sole fish production for human consumption, followed by France and the UK. In 2023, significant declines were observed in countries like Denmark (13.08%) and Norway (29.39%), while Germany saw an impressive increase of 55.4%. Year-on-year variations highlight growth in the UK and Belgium, whereas Greece and Portugal faced decreases. The past five years have shown varied annual growth rates among these nations. With sustainability and quota regulations influencing future dynamics, emerging technologies in aquaculture and shifts in consumer preferences toward sustainability will likely impact production and market shares across key European nations.
Top countries in Total Sole Fish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 29.44 | 2023 | +0.96% | -11.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 19.26 | 2023 | -10.98% | -9.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 15.23 | 2023 | +0.19% | +3.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 14.28 | 2023 | -1.07% | +3.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 10.77 | 2023 | +8.83% | -3.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 2.34 | 2023 | +1.73% | -13.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.3 | 2023 | +22.89% | -1.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.82 | 2023 | -4.5% | -11.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.69 | 2023 | +0.9% | -7.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 1.48 | 2023 | +0.85% | +6.57% | View data |
