In 2023, Finland led the European fresh smelt capture fisheries for human consumption with a significant production share, followed by Estonia and Latvia. Notable year-on-year variations include Estonia's growth of 10.46%, while Latvia and Lithuania experienced declines. Sweden showed remarkable growth of 101.39%, signaling a potential increase in its share. Over a five-year period, Finland's market maintained stability, whereas Estonia showed a consistent upward trend.
Looking ahead, increasing growth in Sweden’s production and persistent gains in Estonia hint at possible shifts in market dynamics. Environmental factors and demand for sustainable fishing will likely influence future production trends across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh European Smelt Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 38.99 | 2023 | +3.94% | +1.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 25.47 | 2023 | -19.34% | +10.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 22.07 | 2023 | +260.83% | -3.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 19.41 | 2023 | +4.32% | -1.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.97 | 2023 | +3.62% | -2.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.64 | 2022 | -74.4% | -36.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 0.39 | 2022 | +61.91% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.36 | 2022 | -58.3% | -2.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.28 | 2022 | +13.41% | +82.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.014 | 2023 | +6.14% | +3.12% | View data |
