In 2023, Latvia led European freshwater and diadromous fish production for human consumption with a significant share, followed by Poland and Estonia. These three countries collectively dominated the sector, illustrating strong fishing activity. Conversely, countries like Slovenia and Cyprus had negligible contributions. Year-over-year data shows Latvia, Poland, and Germany experienced modest increases, while Finland and Sweden witnessed pronounced declines. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reveals a dynamic yet uneven market with some countries consistently increasing production, while others faced challenges sustaining their shares.
Looking forward, the focus will be on monitoring environmental policies, technological advancements in fishing equipment, and the impact of climate change. Adoption of sustainable practices will be pivotal, as will shifts in consumer preferences towards environmentally-friendly sources. Continued observation of economic factors influencing production costs will be critical in assessing future capacities and market shares.
Top countries in Total Freshwater and Diadromous Fishes Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 29.47 | 2023 | +199.11% | +2.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 23.97 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 16.26 | 2023 | +2.09% | +1.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 12.74 | 2023 | -0.11% | -15.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 6.46 | 2023 | +11.79% | +2.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.96 | 2023 | +0.056% | -4.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.56 | 2023 | -14.06% | -16.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 1.3 | 2023 | -13.47% | -8.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.99 | 2023 | +65.78% | -5.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.75 | 2023 | -25.5% | -6.83% | View data |
