The European Whole Fresh Blue Whiting Poutassou production shows that in 2023, Ireland dominated with a significant share, followed by Iceland and Norway. The shares by value for other key players like Spain, France, and the UK were considerably lower.
Between 2022 and 2023, Ireland experienced a strong positive growth in its share, while most other countries, including Iceland and Norway, faced declines. Portugal defied the regional trend with a notable positive shift. Over the past five years, trends indicate varying performance across countries with Ireland consistently increasing its share.
Looking ahead, key trends to focus on include Ireland's potential continued dominance, Iceland and Norway's market strategies to regain or expand their shares, and the influence of environmental policies on capture fisheries. Economic factors and sustainability initiatives will likely shape the future dynamics of blue whiting production in Europe.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Blue Whiting Poutassou Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 54.72 | 2023 | +6.95% | +17.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 17.48 | 2023 | +4.53% | -0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 16.96 | 2023 | +9.95% | -0.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6.23 | 2023 | -8.21% | -2.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1.19 | 2023 | -0.24% | -1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 1.16 | 2023 | +1.32% | -4.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 0.48 | 2023 | -0.74% | +7.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 0.48 | 2023 | +7.63% | -3.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.056 | 2023 | -13.12% | -7.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.003 | 2023 | -57.82% | -21.48% | View data |
