In 2023, Denmark led European fresh Atlantic halibut production with 108.3 metric tons, despite a year-on-year decline of 14.49%. Iceland followed closely with 101.86 metric tons, showing slight growth. The UK's output grew by 5.18%, while Norway, despite being a significant producer, showed no recent data change. Sweden faced a significant reduction of 17.63%. Smaller producers like Belgium, France, and Germany accounted for minor contributions, with Germany growing by 13.34%. Over the past five years, trends have varied widely, indicating both growth and declines across countries.
Future trends to watch include increased focus on sustainable practices, technological advancements in capture fisheries, and evolving consumer demand. Growth potential exists, particularly in smaller markets like Ireland and Germany, which showed potential for increased production.
Top countries in Fresh Atlantic Halibut Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 108.3 | 2023 | -12.93% | -14.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 101.86 | 2023 | -5.12% | +0.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 61.04 | 2022 | +20.63% | -49.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 57.45 | 2023 | +5% | +5.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.5 | 2023 | +31.82% | +3.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 2.34 | 2023 | -53.38% | -17.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1.1 | 2023 | -9.09% | -12.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.87 | 2022 | +771% | +7.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.56 | 2023 | +16.64% | +15.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.43 | 2022 | -100% | View data |