In 2023, France led European smooth-hound production with 2.99 thousand metric tons, followed by Italy at approximately 0.2025 thousand metric tons. Greece and Portugal contributed smaller shares, at 0.12057 and 0.0125 thousand metric tons, respectively. Countries like Spain and the Netherlands showed declines, notably Spain with a 20.09% decrease from the previous year. The overall five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) portrays general stability in France, but other countries exhibit volatility, particularly Greece with a marked decrease in 2023.
Looking forward, potential shifts in regulatory policies and environmental conditions could impact smooth-hound production. Enhancements in sustainable fishing techniques might drive growth in various countries, particularly those experiencing current declines.
Top countries in Total Smooth-hounds Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,990 | 2023 | -1.84% | +0.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 202.5 | 2022 | -27.11% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 120.57 | 2023 | -0.63% | -9.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 12.5 | 2023 | +23.76% | +2.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2.88 | 2023 | +44.72% | -20.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.7 | 2022 | +33.56% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 1.23 | 2022 | -48.55% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.26 | 2021 | +250.82% | -3.11% | View data |
