The European Whole Fresh Spotted Ray production landscape shows France leading with 313.52 metric tons, despite a notable decrease of 16.03% in 2023. The UK follows with a positive growth of 13.4%, showing strong performance at 120.49 metric tons. Portugal and Spain maintain steady but modest volumes with slight fluctuations, while Italy experiences growth with a 26.38% increase, indicating a recovering trend. The Netherlands, Ireland, and Belgium exhibit declining outputs, with the Netherlands facing a significant drop of 21.65% in 2023. Overall, the five-year CAGR is set for moderate variations driven by shifting market dynamics.
Future trends to watch involve potential regulatory changes affecting fishing quotas, the impact of climate change on marine habitats, and evolving consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood. Monitoring geopolitical relations and economic conditions in Europe may also prove crucial, as these variables could substantially influence production and trade patterns in the capture fisheries sector moving forward.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Spotted Ray Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 313.52 | 2023 | +5.88% | -16.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 120.49 | 2023 | +6.24% | +13.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 64.11 | 2023 | -17.49% | -1.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 60.19 | 2023 | -24.43% | +4.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 27.3 | 2023 | -19.47% | +26.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 15.57 | 2023 | -2.49% | -4.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 11.21 | 2023 | -76.84% | -21.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.5 | 2022 | +15.38% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.6 | 2022 | +20% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.28 | 2022 | +102.86% | -16.34% | View data |
