In 2023, Spain led the European production of fresh tunas, bonitos, and billfishes in capture fisheries with 30.41 thousand metric tons, though experiencing a slight year-on-year decline of 1.68%. France, Portugal, and Italy followed, with France and Portugal facing reductions of 1.76% and 5.03% respectively, whereas Italy saw a slight increase of 1.32%. Notably, Croatia and Norway saw significant growth, with Norway showing a remarkable 63.52% rise. Cyprus and Greece witnessed declines, while smaller producers like Slovenia experienced a sharp drop of 15.96%.
Looking forward, factors such as climate change, regulatory shifts, and sustainability measures are expected to heavily influence production. Key trends to monitor include advancements in sustainable fishing practices and potential shifts in fisheries policies in response to environmental concerns. Technological integrations in tracking and managing fish stocks could further reshape the industry landscape.
Top countries in Fresh Tunas, Bonitos and Billfishes Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 30,410 | 2023 | -3.93% | -1.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,760 | 2023 | -4.92% | -1.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 10,130 | 2023 | +15.27% | -5.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10,030 | 2023 | +7.77% | +1.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 2,660 | 2023 | -11.53% | -3.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Malta | 581.7 | 2022 | -20.06% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 475.67 | 2023 | -0.57% | -6.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 232.6 | 2023 | -10.4% | +3.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 95.87 | 2023 | +10.46% | +63.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 40.7 | 2022 | +140.22% | +316.43% | View data |
