In 2023, Italy led European fresh bluefish production with a value of 1.6481 million euros, followed by Greece with 1.4715 million euros. Other notable producers included Bulgaria and Spain with 0.83695 and 0.74219 million euros, respectively. Overall, the sector experienced varied growth, with Italy and France showing significant increases of over 20%, whereas Croatia saw a decline of 12.3%. Smaller markets like Slovenia improved by 7.01%, indicating potential for future growth.
Looking ahead, European fresh bluefish production may continue to diversify. Key factors to monitor are sustainability practices and increasing demand for seafood, which might influence capture fisheries' operations and market dynamics.
Top countries in Fresh Bluefish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,648,100 | 2023 | +10.5% | +20.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 1,471,500 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 836,950 | 2023 | -3.64% | +4.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 742,190 | 2023 | -9.43% | +0.0092% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 178,010 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 142,560 | 2023 | +1.89% | +0.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 39,470 | 2023 | +58.58% | +21.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 15,960 | 2023 | -52.99% | -12.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 4,550 | 2023 | -43.15% | +7.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 115 | 2021 | +28.99% | View data |
