In 2023, Poland led fresh European sprat production in capture fisheries with 54.12 thousand metric tons, despite a slight annual decline. Latvia and Estonia followed with 30.59 and 21.54 thousand metric tons, respectively, both experiencing larger drops. Germany saw significant growth at over 10%, while Denmark surged by over 100%. Lithuania and Malta also showed notable increases, whereas Italy faced a sharp decline. The UK, Norway, and Romania experienced reductions, contrasting with France's marginal growth. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate across these countries highlights varying patterns of increase and decline.
Future trends to watch include potential continuations or reversals of these growth patterns. Countries with significant gains, like Denmark, might stabilize, while others, such as Poland, could explore strategies to maintain or boost production. Shifts in European and global demand for sprats, regulatory changes, and environmental factors will also likely influence future production dynamics.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Sprat Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 54,120 | 2023 | +3.88% | -0.056% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 30,590 | 2023 | -5.92% | -4.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 21,540 | 2023 | -12.2% | -5.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 3,280 | 2023 | +110.02% | +0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 2,520 | 2022 | -34.55% | -0.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2,490 | 2023 | +28.64% | +10.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2,410 | 2022 | +3.03% | +25.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2,290 | 2023 | +35.22% | +117.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 1,370 | 2023 | -7.36% | -6.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 1,170 | 2023 | +104.32% | -2.14% | View data |
