In 2023, Norway led the European market for herrings, sardines, and anchovies production for human consumption, with the highest production value at 392.49 million Euros, reflecting a strong year-on-year growth of 13.97%. Spain and the Netherlands followed, though Spain experienced a slight decline of 0.55%. Notably, Iceland showed significant growth with a 45.95% increase, while Germany saw a substantial decline of 36.18%. Sweden and Croatia also faced notable decreases, while smaller markets like Cyprus and Belgium experienced growth.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in sustainable practices and technological advancements in fisheries management. Norway's continued investment in this sector may consolidate its market position. Additionally, fluctuations in the global fish market and environmental policies could impact production dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Total Herrings, Sardines, Anchovies Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 392,490,000 | 2023 | +3.53% | +13.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 128,630,000 | 2023 | +4.03% | -0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 107,400,000 | 2023 | +76.71% | +2.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 99,161,000 | 2023 | +0.9% | +1.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 83,172,000 | 2022 | +25.01% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 40,639,000 | 2023 | +0.49% | +4.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 37,996,000 | 2023 | +2.12% | -0.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 26,062,000 | 2023 | -25.1% | -3.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 22,002,000 | 2023 | -7.86% | -6.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 19,694,000 | 2023 | -1.12% | +1.61% | View data |
