In 2023, Slovenia led European whiting fish production valued in thousand euros per metric ton, with significant growth seen in Germany at 10.57% and Greece at 9.33%. In contrast, Norway showed the largest decline of 15.15%. Portugal and Bulgaria also experienced reductions, whereas modest gains were observed in the UK and Italy. Croatia, Poland, and Romania saw minor decreases. Notably, the Netherlands and Denmark had positive increases, sustaining an upward trend.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from climate change, market demand shifts, and regulatory changes. Focus on sustainable practices and technology integration may drive further industry evolution across Europe.
Top countries in Total Whiting Fish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 4,560 | 2023 | -13.08% | +8.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 4,390 | 2023 | -14.16% | -4.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 3,770 | 2023 | +1.69% | +9.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 3,210 | 2023 | -8.47% | +0.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2,490 | 2023 | +1.21% | +4.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 1,660 | 2023 | +241.7% | -0.065% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,630 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1,540 | 2023 | +5.61% | +1.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1,420 | 2023 | -16.07% | -1.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 1,260 | 2023 | +9.97% | +3.72% | View data |