In 2023, Poland led European fresh sprat production for human consumption, commanding 46.14% of the market share. Latvia (26.07%) and Estonia (17.3%) followed. Key changes from 2022 to 2023 include significant growth in Germany at 10.38% and dramatic gains in Denmark with a 76.73% increase, reflecting an overall boost in sprat capture efforts. In contrast, the United Kingdom saw a notable decrease of 9.43%.
Future trends to watch include the expansion of capture capacities in countries like Denmark and Malta, aiming for a larger share in European markets. Increasing demands for sustainable fisheries may shift production strategies, impacting growth and competition dynamics across the continent.
Top countries in Fresh European Sprat Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 46.14 | 2023 | +3.87% | -0.051% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 26.07 | 2023 | -5.92% | -4.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 17.3 | 2023 | -17.26% | -6.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 2.32 | 2023 | +74.24% | -3.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 2.15 | 2022 | -34.55% | -0.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2.13 | 2023 | +28.93% | +10.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2.08 | 2022 | +4.24% | +25.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1.22 | 2023 | +161.96% | +2.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 0.97 | 2023 | -12.13% | -9.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.86 | 2023 | -51.72% | +76.73% | View data |
