France is the leading producer of whole fresh river eels for human consumption in Europe, producing 206.3 metric tons, despite experiencing a significant decline of 12.53% in 2023. Denmark follows with 164.19 metric tons, showing a slight decrease of 0.6%. Poland displayed notable growth, increasing by 11.08% to 123.74 metric tons. Meanwhile, Spain saw a marginal drop and other countries recorded significant variations such as Germany's 4.51% increase and Portugal's 12.52% decline. Estonia and Latvia showed double-digit gains, whereas the UK, Greece, and Finland suffered substantial declines. The 5-year CAGR underscores moderate growth variances among leading producers.
Future trends to watch include potential recovery in French and Portuguese eel production, influenced by sustainability measures and market demand. Poland’s upward trend is likely to continue, potentially driven by favorable regulatory environments and market expansion. Observations indicate that fluctuations in smaller markets like Greece, Cyprus, and the UK can persist, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches to bolster production amid environmental challenges.
Top countries in Whole Fresh River Eels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 206.3 | 2023 | +1.73% | -12.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 164.19 | 2023 | +4.12% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 123.74 | 2023 | +7.4% | +11.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 45.09 | 2023 | +88.42% | -0.0089% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 9.12 | 2022 | -52.13% | -36.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 8.85 | 2023 | +12.67% | +4.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2.92 | 2023 | +16.8% | -12.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.79 | 2023 | -28.4% | -30.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 0.86 | 2023 | -44.7% | +11.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.72 | 2023 | +80.75% | -31.02% | View data |
