In 2023, Denmark led European Total Witch Flounder production with 2.48 million euros, despite a 6.89% decline from the previous year. Ireland and Spain followed, with minor growth seen in Irish production at 3.47%. The UK and Iceland also recorded negative trends at 3.26% and 0.75%, respectively. Portugal experienced significant growth at 58.54%, while smaller producers like France and Belgium saw marginal increases. Sweden and the Netherlands faced notable declines at 20.34% and 18.23%. Germany's production rose by 26.53%, albeit from a small base.
Looking forward, potential influences on future production trends include regulatory changes in fisheries management, environmental shifts affecting fish populations, and technological advancements in capture methods. Observing changes in consumer demand and market access post-Brexit may also provide insights into production adjustments across Europe in the coming years.
Top countries in Total Witch Flounder Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 2,481,400 | 2023 | -1.12% | -6.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 2,003,200 | 2023 | +2.68% | +3.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,689,900 | 2023 | +54.42% | -3.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,432,100 | 2023 | -1.01% | -3.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 916,880 | 2023 | -1.35% | -0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 801,090 | 2023 | +11.22% | +58.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 373,990 | 2023 | -18.49% | +4.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 191,420 | 2023 | -10.61% | -20.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 119,220 | 2023 | +5.34% | +2.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 115,460 | 2023 | +27.32% | +1.53% | View data |
