In 2023, European total river eels production saw France as the leading producer with 47.84 metric tons, constituting a significant share. Denmark and Poland followed with 18.79 and 15.85 metric tons, respectively. Year-on-year analysis highlighted Poland's growth at 10.51%, while Finland experienced a notable decline of 39.07%. Sweden, the Netherlands, and Greece had significant decreases as well, whereas Estonia and Latvia demonstrated slight growth.
Looking forward, key trends to monitor in 2024 include the resilience of the river eel populations and their capture sustainability, influenced by environmental policies and climate change, which may impact production patterns and shares by country.
Top countries in Total River Eels Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 47.84 | 2023 | +0.82% | -2.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 18.79 | 2023 | -12.18% | -4.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 15.85 | 2023 | +4.69% | +10.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7.65 | 2023 | +7.91% | +1.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.03 | 2023 | +91.77% | +0.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 4 | 2023 | -14.71% | -18.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 0.52 | 2022 | -23.61% | -17.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.47 | 2023 | +56.39% | -4.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.38 | 2023 | +16.8% | -12.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.29 | 2023 | +1.67% | +2.14% | View data |
