The European export market for flours, meals, and pellets of fish or other aquatic products in 2023 saw notable performances. Denmark leads as a major exporter despite a slight decline of 0.88% from the previous year. Germany and Spain demonstrated growth in exports, with Spain experiencing a significant increase of 9.91%. Notably, the Netherlands and Estonia showcased robust growth in exports by 21.26% and a remarkable 66.54%, respectively. Meanwhile, Greece showed a substantial year-on-year growth of 70.34%, despite dealing with smaller absolute volumes compared to leading countries.
Looking ahead, European exporters should monitor areas such as:
- The impact of sustainability practices on the fishing industry and regulatory changes
- Potential market expansions into non-European countries
- Technological advancements in aquaculture and processing which could influence production scales and efficiency
- Shifts in global demand influenced by ecological consumption patterns
Top countries in Export of Flours, Meals and Pellets of Fish or of Crustaceans, Molluscs or Other Aquatic Invertebrates by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 197,240,000 | 2023 | +0.25% | -0.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 82,370,000 | 2023 | -3.05% | +0.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 57,413,000 | 2023 | +2.13% | +9.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 32,956,000 | 2023 | +1.6% | +6.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 16,373,000 | 2023 | +0.63% | -2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 16,245,000 | 2023 | +0.47% | -4.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 12,465,000 | 2023 | -0.85% | +21.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 11,463,000 | 2023 | +2.23% | +9.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 8,688,300 | 2023 | +3.64% | -2.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 7,967,700 | 2023 | +4.26% | +66.54% | View data |