In 2023, France led European Conger production with 3.79 thousand metric tons, followed by Spain and Portugal. Notable variations included a significant decrease in Italy (-19.62%) and Slovenia (-12.89%), while the Netherlands experienced growth (15.84%). Other countries like Portugal and Norway showed moderate increases. On average, over the last five years, the sector's Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) varied across countries, indicating diverse trends in Conger production within Europe.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery or further decline in Italy's production following significant recent drops.
- Continued growth in the Netherlands, potentially impacting European market dynamics.
- Monitoring environmental policies that could influence capture practices and future yields across the region.
Top countries in Total European Conger Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 3,790 | 2023 | -3.43% | -2.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,850 | 2023 | -1.71% | -7.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 1,030 | 2023 | +30.85% | +2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 158.72 | 2023 | -2.87% | -2.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 100.3 | 2023 | -59.83% | -19.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 41.6 | 2023 | -5.02% | +0.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 32.63 | 2023 | -5.97% | -2.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 10.99 | 2023 | +0.83% | +15.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.46 | 2023 | +130% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.29 | 2023 | +123.94% | +7.71% | View data |
