In 2023, Italy and Slovenia have led European Total Blotched Picarel production for human consumption, with values of 4.44 and 4.32 thousand euros per metric ton, respectively. Italy saw a slight decrease of 2.59%, whereas Slovenia experienced a significant 7.58% increase. Notable growth was also seen in Cyprus and Croatia, with increases of 2.28% and 2.69%. Conversely, Malta experienced a sharp decline of 15.41%. France, Greece, and Spain remain smaller players, with Greece and Spain edging up slightly due to small increases in their values.
Looking forward, continued monitoring of economic and environmental factors will be crucial, as they may significantly influence production and pricing. Emphasis should be placed on sustainability, given the fluctuating fortunes of countries like Malta, and on market expansion potential for smaller producers, especially Greece and Spain, due to their gradual positive trends.
Top countries in Total Blotched Picarel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 4,440 | 2023 | +5.67% | -2.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 4,320 | 2023 | -39.16% | +7.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Cyprus | 3,950 | 2023 | -2.88% | +2.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 2,210 | 2023 | -16.87% | +2.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 2,080 | 2023 | -14.95% | -15.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 926.4 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Greece | 781.4 | 2023 | -6.42% | -7.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 757.64 | 2023 | -16.41% | +4.06% | View data |
