In 2023, Norway led European fresh picked dogfish production for human consumption with 51.04 metric tons, although production fell by 9.34%. Bulgaria saw the most substantial increase at 36.91%, reaching 15.35 metric tons. Italy maintained steady production at 14.02 metric tons, while Croatia improved by 4.85% to reach 8.5 metric tons. Conversely, the UK and Denmark experienced declines of 8.93% and 1.19%, respectively. Smaller contributors like the Netherlands and Portugal faced significant reductions, while France's production grew by nearly 24%. Overall, the sector faced mixed trends in 2023, with emerging shifts amongst traditional producers.
Looking forward, potential future trends include:
- Exploration of sustainable fishing practices in leading countries to counteract declining production rates.
- Increasing focus on biodiversity conservation potentially impacting quotas and production methods across Europe.
- Growth opportunities for less dominant countries could arise if they adapt quickly to evolving market demands and regulations.
Top countries in Fresh Picked Dogfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 51.04 | 2023 | +44.4% | -9.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 15.35 | 2023 | +183.14% | +36.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14.02 | 2023 | -2.64% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 8.5 | 2023 | +8.76% | +4.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.53 | 2023 | -16.73% | -8.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 6.29 | 2023 | -13.98% | -1.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2.37 | 2023 | +13.21% | +23.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 2.29 | 2022 | -35.24% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 0.45 | 2022 | -11.8% | -22.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.26 | 2023 | +23.33% | +9.8% | View data |
