In 2023, Poland led European flounder production for human consumption with €3.24 million, despite an 11.42% decline from the previous year. Germany and the Netherlands followed, facing declines of 6.63% and 15.46% respectively. Italy showed slight growth of 0.21%. Denmark experienced a significant drop of 26.26%, whereas Estonia, Portugal, and Spain achieved growth, with Spain seeing the highest at 5.58%. Smaller producers like France, the UK, and Sweden saw minimal fluctuations. Remarkably, Lithuania's output decreased by 20.45%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in production due to environmental policies and ecological impacts.
- Changes in consumer demand contributing to fluctuation in production values.
- Technological advancements that might improve capture efficiency and sustainability.
- Economic factors such as exchange rates affecting international competition and market dynamics.
Top countries in Total European Flounder Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 3,236,200 | 2023 | +9.26% | -11.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 524,390 | 2023 | +41.24% | -6.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 437,270 | 2023 | -33.14% | -15.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 308,240 | 2023 | +11.93% | +0.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 264,220 | 2023 | -21.57% | -26.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 202,320 | 2023 | +6.79% | +3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 198,230 | 2023 | +2.66% | +5.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 149,580 | 2023 | +15.05% | +5.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 135,080 | 2023 | +20.08% | -12.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 108,320 | 2023 | +6.81% | -1.18% | View data |