In 2024, Italy leads European red mullet production for human consumption, although there's a noteworthy decrease compared to previous years, marking a 17.26% decline in 2023. Spain and France show resilience with modest year-on-year rises of 3.42% and 5.86% respectively. Greece and Croatia have experienced minor declines, while Bulgaria sees an 11.83% drop. The Netherlands, despite being a minor player, reported a remarkable 211.79% increase in production. Conversely, Portugal's production plummeted by 29.56%.
Future trends to monitor include Italy's recovery in production levels and Spain's attempt to capitalize on its current upward trajectory. Additionally, the Dutch surge in production suggests potential changes in their fishing strategies or market demands. Overall, sustainability and regulatory pressures may increasingly influence production across Europe.
Top countries in Total Red Mullet Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 36.29 | 2023 | -12.38% | -17.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 23.2 | 2023 | +5.23% | +3.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 23.02 | 2023 | +0.93% | -1.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 8.71 | 2023 | -1.27% | -5.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 4.33 | 2023 | +75.19% | -11.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 3.82 | 2023 | +12.99% | +5.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 0.36 | 2022 | -23.88% | +60.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.28 | 2023 | +17.86% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.14 | 2023 | -12.63% | -7.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.082 | 2021 | +212.66% | View data |
