In 2023, Italy led the European whole fresh Sandy Ray production in capture fisheries for human consumption with a unit value of 2.9 thousand euros per metric ton. Spain followed with a year-on-year increase of 6.38%, reaching 2.14 thousand euros, while France and Belgium showed modest performances at 2.0 and 1.96 thousand euros respectively. The United Kingdom and Portugal saw declines, with the UK decreasing significantly by 14.71% to 1.28, and Portugal by 3.44% to 1.26. Notably, the Netherlands trailed at 0.45 thousand euros. Over the past five years, Italy showed stability with a 0% variation in 2023, contrasted by varied trends in other countries.
Future trends to watch include the influence of environmental regulations on capture fisheries, technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices, and potential market shifts due to increasing consumer preferences for sustainable and traceable seafood sources. Countries should also consider the impact of political factors, such as trade agreements, which might affect production dynamics and economic variables across the region.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Sandy Ray Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,900 | 2023 | +10.6% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,140 | 2023 | -14.93% | +6.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 2,000 | 2023 | +0.33% | -0.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,960 | 2023 | -1.92% | +0.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,280 | 2023 | -4.08% | -14.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 1,260 | 2023 | +2.16% | -3.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 454.35 | 2021 | View data |
