In 2023, Belgium led European production of whole fresh blonde ray with 841.8 metric tons, followed by France at 718.27 and the United Kingdom at 366.59. Year-on-year variations indicate growth in Belgium (11.73%), France (12.71%), and the UK (16.08%). Spain showed significant volatility with a 26.13% increase. From a five-year perspective, these countries demonstrate varying growth rates, with Belgium and France indicating robust interest in blonde ray fisheries.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes affecting capture fisheries, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood, and advancements in fishing technology that could impact production volume and methods in major European countries such as Belgium, France, and the UK.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Blonde Ray Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 841.8 | 2023 | +3.11% | +11.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 718.27 | 2023 | +1.65% | +12.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 366.59 | 2023 | +4.37% | +16.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 233.44 | 2023 | +0.71% | +7.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 63.06 | 2023 | -26.93% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 25.22 | 2023 | +3.06% | +26.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 11.7 | 2022 | -26.88% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 6.97 | 2023 | +2.54% | +0.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 6.5 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.58 | 2021 | View data |
