In 2023, Italy led European Megrim production for human consumption, while Spain and Croatia followed. Notable decreases were observed in the UK and France, with significant declines of 8.61% and 6.01% respectively. Despite its large market share, Spain showed a slight year-over-year reduction of 1.24%. Interestingly, Croatia marked a minor increase of 0.082%, indicating some stability. Belgium and Greece also faced declines in production values by 2.41% and 3.84% respectively.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential bounce back in UK and French production figures after slowing declines.
- Spain's strategies to mitigate slight decreases and stabilize its dominant position.
- Croatia's potential for expansion given its recent growth stability.
- Impact of policy changes and sustainable practices in preserving fisheries resources.
Top countries in Total Megrims Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 6,700 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Spain | 4,220 | 2023 | +7.04% | -1.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 3,310 | 2023 | -14.08% | +0.082% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 2,480 | 2023 | -3.91% | -3.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2,310 | 2023 | -3.56% | -6.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2,050 | 2023 | -4.55% | -8.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1,740 | 2023 | -2.55% | -2.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 500 | 2022 | View data |
