In 2023, France leads European Plaice production, despite a decrease of 15.82% from the previous year. Germany also experienced a 10.43% decline. In contrast, Iceland and Norway saw significant increases at 20.93% and 103.99%, respectively. Other countries such as Poland, Portugal, and Denmark faced notable declines while the United Kingdom showed a modest growth of 2.5%. Ireland and Spain recorded growth at 22.74% and 2.35%, respectively, while Belgium saw a sharp decline of 21.54%.
Looking forward, the focus will be on sustainable practices in fisheries and the impact of policy changes in the European Union. Emerging technologies and increased emphasis on sustainable seafood consumption may reshape production dynamics, potentially benefiting countries that can adapt swiftly to these changes.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Plaice Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,002,600 | 2023 | -5.73% | -15.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,601,800 | 2023 | +0.34% | -10.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 349,120 | 2023 | +22.33% | +20.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 292,740 | 2023 | +1.34% | -12.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 163,730 | 2022 | +173.93% | -19.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 95,170 | 2023 | +5.08% | +2.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 89,080 | 2023 | +36.8% | -13.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 81,060 | 2023 | -12.15% | -14.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 37,280 | 2023 | +35.58% | +103.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 27,450 | 2023 | +2% | +2.35% | View data |
