The European fresh flounders, halibuts, and soles production in capture fisheries is led by the Netherlands with a notable share, followed by Denmark and the United Kingdom. In 2023, these countries faced declines, with the Netherlands seeing a 9.84% decrease, Denmark 8.59%, and the UK at a smaller 0.4% reduction. Conversely, Portugal and Romania experienced positive growth, at 1.44% and 5.48% respectively. Sweden also showed a strong improvement with a 13.65% increase, indicating a potential shift in production dynamics.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery of top producers post-2023 declines.
- Further growth and market share increase for Sweden and Portugal based on recent positive trends.
- Economic and environmental shifts influencing production capabilities and strategies.
- Technological advancements in fishing practices enhancing sustainability and yield efficiency.
Top countries in Fresh Flounders, Halibuts and Soles Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 22.26 | 2023 | +9.03% | -9.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 14.72 | 2023 | +0.26% | -8.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.11 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 12.73 | 2023 | +2.72% | -2.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 10.89 | 2023 | +27.17% | -3.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 8.25 | 2023 | -2.88% | -7.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.7 | 2023 | +5.95% | -4.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.78 | 2023 | -3.16% | -8.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 2.12 | 2023 | +39.31% | -7.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 1.96 | 2023 | +4.68% | -4.62% | View data |
