In 2023, France led total river eel production in Europe with 364.06 metric tons, experiencing a slight reduction of 2.1% from the previous year. Denmark and Poland followed, with Denmark witnessing a decline of 4.73%, while Poland saw a significant increase of 10.51%. Notably, Sweden's production decreased by 18.79%, and Greece faced a drastic reduction of 30.98%. Conversely, Estonia experienced an increase of 11.6%, indicating potential for growth.
Looking ahead, evolving environmental regulations and sustainability practices will likely influence future eel production across Europe. Countries focusing on sustainable practices might experience stable or increased production, while others may see continued declines.
Top countries in Total River Eels Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 364.06 | 2023 | +0.82% | -2.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 142.97 | 2023 | -12.18% | -4.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 120.62 | 2023 | +4.69% | +10.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 58.21 | 2023 | +7.91% | +1.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 45.89 | 2023 | +91.77% | +0.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 30.45 | 2023 | -14.71% | -18.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 3.97 | 2022 | -23.61% | -17.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.6 | 2023 | +56.39% | -4.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.92 | 2023 | +16.8% | -12.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.2 | 2023 | +1.67% | +2.14% | View data |
