European total bluefish production in 2023 was dominated by Bulgaria, with Italy and Spain trailing closely. Bulgaria saw an 8.84% increase, while Italy recorded a significant 23.27% rise. Spain experienced a slight decline of -0.84%, with Greece showing a modest 4.12% increase. France surged with a 19.3% rise, whereas Portugal and Croatia saw declines of -2.59% and -2.96%, respectively. Slovenia presented a notable increase of 7.01%.
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth potential in Bulgaria and Italy driven by increased demand and potential export opportunities.
- Spain's slight decrease offers room for strategic improvements to regain ground.
- Monitoring Greece's steady growth can indicate regional consumption shifts.
- France's jump suggests a possible trend towards increased production efficiencies or market expansion.
- Downward trends in Portugal and Croatia may necessitate market adjustments or innovations to reverse declines.
- Overall, the European production landscape is experiencing varied growth trajectories, suggesting diverse regional strategies.
Top countries in Total Bluefish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Bulgaria | 33.69 | 2023 | -22.42% | +8.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 25.37 | 2023 | +8.58% | +23.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 18.89 | 2023 | -1.91% | -0.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 16.79 | 2023 | +1.83% | +4.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 2.68 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 1.56 | 2023 | +8.99% | -2.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 0.8 | 2023 | -26.47% | -2.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.49 | 2023 | +56.76% | +19.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.085 | 2022 | -80.28% | -16.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.071 | 2023 | -29.84% | +7.01% | View data |
