In 2023, France led the European Whole Fresh Surmullet production in capture fisheries for human consumption with 2.23 thousand metric tons, followed by the Netherlands with 1.89, and Italy standing at 1.11. Notable year-on-year variations included a growth of 15.42% in the Netherlands, whereas Italy experienced a decline of 10.69%. Smaller producers like Denmark and Slovenia noted significant increases, with Denmark at 104.31% and Slovenia at 49.27% growth.
Future trends to watch involve potential shifts in production due to environmental policies, changes in consumer preferences for sustainable seafood, advancements in fishing technology, and impacts of climate change on fish populations and habitat distribution across countries in Europe.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Surmullet Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,230 | 2023 | -6.36% | +6.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 1,890 | 2023 | +6.61% | +15.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,110 | 2023 | -13.87% | -10.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 1,050 | 2023 | +0.00095% | -3.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 695.19 | 2023 | -0.96% | +3.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 127.7 | 2023 | +18.24% | +11.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 112.69 | 2023 | +0.62% | -3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 78.82 | 2023 | -8.19% | -4.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 40.45 | 2023 | +13.31% | +10.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 15.41 | 2023 | +36.71% | -11.11% | View data |
