In 2023, Spain dominated European whole fresh Atlantic bluefin tuna production in capture fisheries with 62.61 metric tons, while Italy and France followed with 16.45 and 14.4 metric tons, respectively. Greece, Portugal, and Croatia contributed smaller shares, with Ireland, Norway, Iceland, and Cyprus providing minimal portions. Notably, Spain, France, and Portugal experienced the highest year-on-year increases in production, with 4.62%, 8.57%, and 11.2% growth, respectively. Conversely, Norway and Cyprus saw significant declines. Over the last five years, the European market has shown steady compound annual growth rates, underpinned by substantial demand and robust fishing practices.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth driven by increasing global demand for sustainable seafood.
- Potential shifts in contributions from countries due to emerging technologies in sustainable fishing.
- Enhanced regulatory policies that could impact production and trade dynamics within the EU.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 62.61 | 2023 | +29.93% | +4.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.45 | 2023 | -16.47% | +0.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 14.4 | 2023 | +7.56% | +8.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 6.61 | 2023 | +0.7% | +8.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 2.88 | 2023 | +16.25% | +11.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.2 | 2023 | +5.09% | +5.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 0.1 | 2022 | +57.98% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.029 | 2023 | +5.56% | -24.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 0.015 | 2021 | +604.23% | -7.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.009 | 2023 | -29.93% | -22.31% | View data |
