In 2023, France led European total eel production for consumption with 48.98 euros, growing by 9.32% year-on-year. Denmark, holding the second spot, slightly decreased by 1.31%. Poland experienced a notable increase of 6.05%. Conversely, Spain and Italy saw declines of 27.26% and 51.64%, respectively. Estonia surged by 72.3%, while Germany improved by 10.49%. Other notable shifts include Latvia's rise by 15.26% and Croatia's 18.97% drop. Over the past 5 years, the compounded annual growth rate highlights a mix of growth in Eastern Europe and stagnation or decline in some Western nations.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of environmental changes on eel habitats, trading policies, and increasing compliance with sustainable fishing regulations. Additionally, innovations in aquaculture could influence capture shares, shifting the dynamics across countries.
Top countries in Total European Eel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 48.98 | 2023 | -63.37% | +9.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 21.15 | 2023 | +18.72% | -1.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 15.72 | 2023 | -2.91% | +6.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 4.12 | 2023 | +22.64% | +1.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2.06 | 2023 | -71.83% | -27.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 1.52 | 2023 | +5.6% | +10.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.27 | 2022 | -50.65% | -10.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.43 | 2021 | +40.67% | +7.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.38 | 2023 | +3510% | -51.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.33 | 2023 | +35.89% | +1.55% | View data |
