In 2023, France led European whole fresh spotted ray production with a value of 726.44 thousand euros, experiencing a decline of 15.93%. Portugal and Spain followed, with Spain seeing a 10.28% increase compared to the previous year. The United Kingdom reported positive growth at 5.81%, while Italy showed significant growth at 23.45%. The Netherlands experienced a decrease of 4.58%. Ireland, Belgium, Denmark, and Malta had lower production values, with production in Ireland at 28.59 thousand euros. Over the past five years, France remains the dominant player despite its recent decline.
Future trends to watch include the potential for Italy's continued growth due to its strong year-on-year performance. Monitoring sustainability practices and regulatory changes across Europe will be essential as they could impact future production levels and market dynamics. Additionally, shifts in consumer demand for sustainable seafood options may influence production priorities among these countries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Spotted Ray Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 726,440 | 2023 | +2.13% | -15.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 159,850 | 2023 | -24.01% | -5.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 146,140 | 2023 | -21.66% | +10.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 116,260 | 2023 | +5.87% | +5.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 72,260 | 2023 | -14.73% | +23.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 53,530 | 2023 | -53.07% | -4.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 28,590 | 2022 | -6.61% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3,160 | 2022 | +14.46% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 880.69 | 2022 | +6.36% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 256.02 | 2022 | +12.97% | -33.39% | View data |
