In 2023, Greece led European Whole Fresh Atlantic Bonito production with 719.39 metric tons, despite a 9.85% decline. Spain and Italy followed, each showing notable decreases of 8.96% and 7.48%, respectively. Portugal was an exception, achieving a slight rise of 0.85%. France, with a production of 105.99 metric tons, experienced a significant drop of 11.23%. Other countries like Croatia, Bulgaria, and Slovenia also recorded declines. Although Malta saw a marginal increase, Cyprus and the United Kingdom suffered substantial drops of 43.8% and 8.44%, respectively. The last two years showed a downtrend for most countries, impacting overall European production.
Future trends to watch include potential recovery cycles and sustainability efforts in fisheries. Countries might explore technological advancements and regulatory measures to stabilize and increase bonito populations. Changes in consumer demand or environmental policies could also influence production dynamics across the continent.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Atlantic Bonito Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 719.39 | 2023 | -32.31% | -9.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 537.13 | 2023 | -38.3% | -8.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 410.1 | 2023 | -14.51% | -7.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 244.58 | 2023 | +86.85% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 105.99 | 2023 | +0.28% | -11.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 22.27 | 2023 | +23.04% | -4.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 19.48 | 2023 | -56.53% | -3.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 1.92 | 2023 | -20.53% | +0.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 1 | 2021 | -47.37% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.23 | 2023 | -25% | -14.76% | View data |
