In 2023, Portugal led the European dried fish market with a volume of 83.884 million kilograms, showing a modest year-on-year growth of 3.7%. Conversely, countries like Spain and Italy experienced declines of 3.51% and 3.62%, respectively. France's volume slightly decreased by 1.18%, while Finland faced the most significant drop at 6.45%. This variability highlights a shifting balance within the market.
Future trends to watch in the European dried fish market include potential recovery in Spain and Italy as they seek to stabilize their volumes. Technological innovations in preservation and distribution may further influence growth, alongside evolving consumer preferences for seafood alternatives.
Top countries in Dried FIsh Market Size Volume by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 83,884,000 | 2023 | -0.48% | +0.037% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 27,688,000 | 2023 | -3.14% | -3.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 16,915,000 | 2023 | -0.027% | -3.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8,369,300 | 2023 | -3.21% | -1.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 409,300 | 2023 | -1.95% | -6.45% | View data |
