In 2023, the Netherlands led European fresh sole fish production in value, followed by France and Belgium. The year-on-year analysis showed Belgium and the UK experienced notable growth, while countries like the Netherlands and Italy faced declines. Over the past two years, Germany showed the most significant growth, albeit from a small base, while Slovenia and Greece noted substantial declines. Looking at the five-year CAGR, this indicates mixed performance across countries, suggesting variability in the capture fisheries market's volatility.
Future trends to watch in European fresh sole fish production include:
- The potential impact of sustainable fishing regulations on production volumes.
- Technological advancements in fishery management across leading nations.
- Impact of climate change on fish habitats and catch volumes.
- Changing consumer preferences towards responsibly sourced seafood.
Top countries in Fresh Sole Fish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 80,189,000 | 2023 | +9.53% | -3.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 67,384,000 | 2023 | +12.05% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 35,359,000 | 2023 | -10.45% | +9.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 34,354,000 | 2023 | +2.04% | +7.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 17,169,000 | 2023 | -10.29% | -5.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 5,911,900 | 2023 | -1.73% | -7.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5,850,500 | 2023 | +12.61% | -0.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 3,802,200 | 2023 | +1.9% | -2.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 2,428,400 | 2023 | -3.19% | -10.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1,701,500 | 2023 | +43.82% | -0.9% | View data |
