The United Kingdom, holding a significant share of fresh witch flounder production in European capture fisheries at 24.97 metric tons, saw a slight decrease of 3.56% year-on-year. Ireland, a close second, increased by 5.49%, showcasing resilience. Denmark and Iceland experienced notable declines of 9.58% and 7.49%, respectively. Spain also dropped by 9.61%, while France remained relatively stable with a minor decrease of 0.84%. Belgium managed a 4.42% uptick, but the Netherlands fell by 12.78%. Norway and Sweden faced sharp declines of 31.58% and 24.93%. Portugal and Germany’s shares are minimal, with Germany posting the highest growth at 22.54%.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the impact of sustainability regulations affecting the fishing industry, potential changes in demand due to shifting consumer preferences towards local and sustainable seafood, and the economic implications of Brexit on trade relationships, particularly for the United Kingdom and Ireland. Technological advancements in fishing methods could also play a role in shaping future production patterns, especially in countries currently facing production declines.
Top countries in Fresh Witch Flounder Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 24.97 | 2023 | -0.025% | -3.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 22.14 | 2023 | +2.22% | +5.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 18.45 | 2023 | -1.44% | -9.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 16.06 | 2023 | -6.35% | -7.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 9.57 | 2023 | -8.17% | -9.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.21 | 2023 | -15.42% | -0.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1.64 | 2023 | +7.69% | +4.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.36 | 2023 | +4.67% | -12.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 0.9 | 2023 | +30.22% | -31.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.56 | 2023 | -4.73% | -24.93% | View data |
