In 2023, Norway led European Pollack production with 1.59 thousand metric tons. This was followed by France (0.88363), the United Kingdom (0.55763), and Denmark (0.54168). Notably, Germany saw the largest growth in production at 16.58%, while Belgium and Sweden experienced significant declines of -21.55% and -33.48%, respectively. The UK and Ireland also recorded notable drops, reflecting broader economic or environmental challenges in the region.
Moving forward, trends indicate that:
- Increasing sustainability concerns will shape future production, prompting nations to adjust fishing practices to maintain stock levels.
- Technological innovations in fisheries might boost yield efficiency, particularly in larger producers like Norway.
- Climate change impacts could further alter marine ecosystems, influencing Pollack availability and distribution patterns across European waters.
Top countries in Total Pollack Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 1,590 | 2023 | -3.21% | -3.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 883.63 | 2023 | -23.32% | -12.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 557.63 | 2023 | -8.53% | -8.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 541.68 | 2023 | +14.69% | -1.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 373.68 | 2023 | -7.34% | -12.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 357.13 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 55.97 | 2023 | +15.63% | +11.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 12.42 | 2023 | +67.85% | +3.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 9.04 | 2023 | +246.23% | +16.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 7.4 | 2023 | -19.57% | -21.55% | View data |
