In 2023, Portugal led European wreckfish production with 114.49 metric tons, despite a 5.62% decline from the previous year. Spain and Greece followed, with Spain exhibiting a 3.55% increase, while Greece faced a 6.02% decrease. Malta and France experienced notable drops, at 5.7% and 11.62% respectively. Conversely, the UK and Cyprus showed remarkable growth, with the UK at 240.53% and Cyprus at 70.32%, albeit from smaller bases.
Future trends may include:
- Continued increase in the UK and Cyprus, focused on sustainable practices.
- Technological advances and policy shifts could affect production efficiency.
- The potential impact of climate change on fishing habitats.
Top countries in Fresh Wreckfish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 114.49 | 2023 | +0.25% | -5.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 37.63 | 2023 | +4.3% | +3.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 27.13 | 2023 | +105.53% | -6.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malta | 9.02 | 2023 | +4.39% | -5.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5 | 2023 | -45.65% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.47 | 2023 | +35.59% | -11.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1.33 | 2023 | +0.32% | +240.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.058 | 2021 | +3.03% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.021 | 2023 | -88.71% | +70.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.017 | 2022 | -100% | -100% | View data |
