The analysis of gutted fresh Atlantic cod production in Europe reveals Iceland's dominance with significant output standing at 187.02 thousand metric tons in 2023. This reflects a modest year-on-year growth of 1.78%. Other countries like the United Kingdom and Denmark trail significantly with the former showing a 2.16% increase, while Denmark experienced a sharp decline of 26.88%. Notably, small players like Estonia showed substantial year-on-year growth at 48.21%, albeit from a smaller base. However, countries such as Belgium and France faced notable declines, at 30.64% and 45.22% respectively.
In terms of future trends, there is a growing focus on sustainable fishing practices which may influence cod production volumes. Climatic changes and regulatory environments could impact capture fisheries, potentially leading to more emphasis on aquaculture. Monitoring technological advancements and international trade policies will be crucial for predicting shifts in production and consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Atlantic Cod Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 187,020 | 2023 | +4.3% | +1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 4,080 | 2023 | +4.1% | +2.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 3,020 | 2023 | -32.72% | -26.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 551.1 | 2022 | -6.02% | -50.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 484.52 | 2023 | -9.33% | -6.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 233.13 | 2023 | -58.59% | -15.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 196.56 | 2022 | -40.47% | -46.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 170.63 | 2023 | -48.37% | -11.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 130.39 | 2022 | -57.35% | -58.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 74.09 | 2023 | -63.99% | -28.65% | View data |
