In 2023, Spain led European fresh hake production in capture fisheries with 34.17 thousand metric tons, followed by the United Kingdom and France. Spain and France experienced declines of 6.66% and 4.21% respectively, while the UK saw a slight increase of 1.49%. Germany, though a smaller producer, had a significant rise of 53.37%. Most countries saw either modest decreases or minimal increases, indicating a general downward trend in hake capture.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of environmental policies on capture rates.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing methods.
- Market demand shifts potentially affecting supply chains.
Top countries in Fresh European Hake Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 34,170 | 2023 | -4.03% | -6.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 17,340 | 2023 | +2.39% | +1.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11,700 | 2023 | +1.09% | -4.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 6,140 | 2023 | -2.17% | -3.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4,080 | 2023 | -1.92% | +0.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 3,030 | 2023 | +0.99% | -11.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1,620 | 2023 | +3.59% | +1.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1,460 | 2023 | +128.32% | +5.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1,160 | 2023 | -1.45% | +3.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 67.4 | 2023 | -2.88% | +7.25% | View data |
