In 2023, Italy led European whole fresh smooth-hound production for human consumption, reaching 790 metric tons, marking an 18.96% increase from the previous year. The United Kingdom followed with a modest 5.62% rise to 259.23 metric tons. The Netherlands experienced substantial growth at 28.61%, reaching 92.26 metric tons, while Spain and Croatia showed minor declines and gains at -1.06% and 13.01% respectively. Portugal and Slovenia saw slight increases of 3.62% and 7.47% respectively. The five-year CAGR highlights a generally positive trend across most countries, signifying ongoing interest and investment in this fishery sector.
Looking to the future, consider factors such as sustainable fishing practices, market demand fluctuations, and potential regulatory changes that may impact production levels. Monitoring technological advancements in capture methods and processing can also influence country-specific performances and competitiveness in the European market.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Smooth-hound Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 790 | 2023 | +45.22% | +18.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 259.23 | 2023 | +3.81% | +5.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 92.26 | 2023 | +6.17% | +28.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 46.3 | 2023 | -23.66% | -1.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 46.09 | 2023 | +6.19% | +13.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 12.79 | 2023 | +0.67% | +3.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 1.86 | 2023 | +43.35% | +7.47% | View data |
