In 2023, among European countries, Italy led Thornback Ray production with a value of 3.42 thousand euros per metric ton. Slovenia followed closely at 3.41, while Spain and Portugal were at 2.6 and 2.55, respectively. Countries like France, Belgium, and Croatia also showed moderate production values around 2 to 2.4 thousand euros per metric ton. However, Norway exhibited the lowest production with a notable decline over previous years.
Noteworthy year-on-year variations in 2023 included significant declines in Norway (-23.26%) and substantial growth in Italy (2.64%) and Slovenia (1.49%). Other countries exhibited more modest changes, with some like Portugal (-0.89%) facing minor declines.
Future trends to monitor in the European Thornback Ray market include:
- Potential increases in demand and value driven by sustainable fishing practices.
- Impacts of regulatory changes and environmental factors on production levels.
- Technological advancements in fishing equipment and techniques.
Top countries in Total Thornback Ray Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 3,420 | 2023 | +1.22% | +2.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 3,410 | 2023 | -20.24% | +1.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 2,600 | 2023 | +8.12% | +2.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 2,550 | 2023 | +2.35% | -0.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 2,370 | 2023 | +14.66% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 France | 2,340 | 2023 | -4.72% | +0.029% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2,010 | 2023 | +0.59% | +0.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1,780 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 1,550 | 2023 | -13.72% | -0.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1,530 | 2023 | -1.91% | -3.82% | View data |
