In 2023, Belgium led the European total sandy ray production in capture fisheries for human consumption, valued at 314.84 thousand euros. France and the United Kingdom followed with outputs of 115.69 and 111.72 thousand euros, respectively. Notably, Belgium achieved a 3.12% growth from the previous year, whereas the United Kingdom saw a 10.08% decline. Spain experienced a significant drop of 22.41%, while Portugal modestly increased by 3.28%. Conversely, Italy maintained its production level. Over a five-year horizon, Belgium and France demonstrated positive growth trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Adapting to environmental challenges and regulatory changes affecting catch limits and fishing practices.
- Innovation in sustainable fishing technologies and practices to maintain or increase production levels.
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards more sustainable seafood options could impact demand.
- Monitoring international trade developments as they may influence European producers' competitiveness in the global market.
Top countries in Total Sandy Ray Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 314,840 | 2023 | +11.27% | +3.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 115,690 | 2023 | -6.57% | +3.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 111,720 | 2023 | -0.35% | -10.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 30,470 | 2023 | -13.47% | -22.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 15,470 | 2023 | +8.47% | +3.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 7,740 | 2023 | +473.23% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 6.82 | 2021 | View data |
