In 2023, France led European Fresh Red Gurnard production with a value of 3.0361 million Euros, exhibiting a year-on-year increase of 2.59%. Italy faced a decline of 11.57%, whereas the Netherlands and the United Kingdom experienced modest growth of 2.96% and 1.42%, respectively. Belgium saw a slight decrease of 0.7%, while Portugal showed significant growth at 10.31%. Malta had a minor decline of 0.51%, and Spain suffered a steep decrease of 45.43%. Trends over recent years suggest France's production has been relatively stable, while Mediterranean countries show more variability.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Portugal and recovering demand in Italy and Spain. Increased environmental regulation and consumer preference for sustainable seafood could influence production strategies, potentially shifting focus toward sustainable capture methods. The industry's evolution will likely be impacted by innovations in fisheries technology and market access improvements within the EU.
Top countries in Fresh Red Gurnard Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 3,036,100 | 2023 | -1.71% | +2.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 406,080 | 2023 | -19.92% | -11.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 303,600 | 2023 | +34.11% | +2.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 296,730 | 2023 | +4.93% | +1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 209,460 | 2023 | +1.76% | -0.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 157,590 | 2023 | +6.92% | +10.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 27,840 | 2023 | +3.32% | -0.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 9,380 | 2023 | -96.62% | -45.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 6,420 | 2021 | View data |
