In 2023, Spain led European anchovy production with 42.59 thousand metric tons, followed by Italy (24.29), and Greece (12.53). A general downtrend in production was observed with Spain (-6.47%) and Italy (-7.73%) showing significant declines. On the contrary, Bulgaria (134.56%) and the Netherlands (53.84%) experienced substantial increases. France saw a sharp decrease of 37.37%. Poland and other countries had single-digit decreases or moderate production volumes.
Going forward, production trends will likely be influenced by sustainable fishing practices and climate change. Countries with significant drops may implement recovery strategies, while those with increasing trends will need to ensure sustainability. Market demand and European Union fishing regulations will also play crucial roles in shaping future production dynamics.
Top countries in Total European Anchovy Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 42,590 | 2023 | -3.1% | -6.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 24,290 | 2023 | +0.56% | -7.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 12,530 | 2023 | -2.25% | -1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 9,510 | 2023 | -31.66% | -6.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 5,260 | 2023 | +48.55% | -8.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 419.43 | 2023 | +3.11% | -1.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 418.34 | 2023 | -63.81% | -37.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 336.61 | 2023 | +121.05% | +134.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 303.6 | 2022 | +129.65% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 242.18 | 2023 | +292.51% | +53.84% | View data |
