In 2023, France led European freshwater and diadromous fish production with a marked value increase of 32.7%. Malta, Romania, and Bulgaria followed with noteworthy double-digit growths. Portugal, Spain, the UK, and other nations showed moderate positive growth. Conversely, Croatia, Denmark, and Italy experienced significant slips. Over the last five years, production value trends indicate a mixed landscape, with some countries exhibiting consistent growth while others face declining outputs.
Future trends to watch include sustainability initiatives, technological advancements in fishing, and regulatory changes, potentially impacting production dynamics across Europe, fostering stability or volatility depending on country-specific adaptations and resource management strategies.
Top countries in Fresh Freshwater and Diadromous Fishes Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 26,460 | 2023 | -33.41% | +32.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 12,920 | 2022 | +29.41% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 11,590 | 2023 | -22.71% | +2.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8,890 | 2023 | +26.28% | +2.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8,550 | 2023 | +85.9% | -5.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 8,020 | 2023 | +1.82% | +5.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 6,500 | 2023 | +0.51% | +6.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 4,620 | 2023 | +1.64% | +17.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 4,500 | 2022 | 0% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 4,220 | 2023 | +4.07% | +13.88% | View data |
