Iceland dominates the production of European fresh cods, hakes, and haddocks with over 61% share, indicated by a slight growth of 0.76% in 2023. Spain, the second producer, saw a 4.77% decline. Notably, France and Denmark faced significant reductions of 8.8% and 11.23% respectively, while the United Kingdom also experienced a fall by 6.19%. The Netherlands experienced a severe drop by 26.02%, whereas Bulgaria remarkably increased its share by 53.81%. Overall, smaller producers like Croatia slightly increased their contribution.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential recovery or further decline in Southern European countries like Spain and Portugal.
- Impact of environmental policies on fishing practices and stock sustainability.
- Innovations in fishing technology and its influence on production efficiency.
- The role of trade regulations, especially regarding Iceland's dominance.
Top countries in Fresh Cods, Hakes and Haddocks Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 61.18 | 2023 | +1.01% | +0.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.44 | 2023 | -5.4% | -4.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 9.87 | 2022 | +257.88% | -30.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 5.84 | 2023 | -5.77% | -8.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 4.46 | 2023 | -5.28% | -11.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2.93 | 2023 | -6.19% | -6.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.33 | 2023 | -0.52% | -5.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.89 | 2023 | -9.47% | -1.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.83 | 2023 | -1.29% | -2.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.53 | 2023 | -82.21% | -26.02% | View data |
