In 2024, European tusk cusk production for human consumption is predominantly controlled by Norway, with a significant share of 81.81%. Iceland follows as the second-largest contributor at 16.65%. France, Denmark, and Ireland have minor shares, each below 1%. Notably, countries like Spain and the Netherlands displayed strong year-on-year growth in 2023, with Spain experiencing a remarkable increase of 75.84% and the Netherlands growing by 19.54%. Conversely, the United Kingdom and Iceland saw notable declines. Over the past five years, there has been an average fluctuation with variable country-specific trends.
Looking ahead, future trends in European tusk cusk production may include continued dominance by Norway and Iceland, with emerging shifts in smaller producers like Spain due to their recent growth spurts. Advancements in sustainable fishing practices, regulatory influences, and market demand for seafood could further impact country-specific output dynamics and overall production levels in the region.
Top countries in Total Tusk Cusk Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 81.81 | 2023 | -8.23% | -1.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 16.65 | 2023 | -8.66% | -4.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 0.54 | 2023 | -58.03% | +13.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 0.53 | 2023 | +2.72% | -0.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 0.37 | 2021 | +73.54% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 0.18 | 2023 | +1300% | +75.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 0.012 | 2023 | -16.37% | -16.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.003 | 2022 | -29.61% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.002 | 2022 | -32.22% | -12.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.002 | 2022 | +100% | -7.79% | View data |
