In 2023, Finland led European fresh smelt production for human consumption, contributing significantly with 1.76 thousand metric tons. Estonia and Latvia followed, despite Latvia witnessing a considerable contraction. Notably, Poland observed a robust 47.55% increase, aligning with Denmark's and Sweden's substantial gains, with the latter boasting over 100% growth. Conversely, the Netherlands, France, and Lithuania experienced declines, with the Netherlands seeing the steepest drop. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates fluctuating production trends across these nations.
Future trends to monitor in the European fresh smelt market encompass environmental changes affecting capture levels and regulatory shifts that could influence sustainability and production rates. Close attention to technological advancements in fishing techniques might mitigate declining stocks and support growth. Additionally, evolving consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood may drive demand impacting production levels positively.
Top countries in Fresh European Smelt Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 1,760 | 2023 | +4.48% | +2.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 762.99 | 2023 | +3.42% | +20.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 545.89 | 2023 | -9.74% | -24.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 124.87 | 2023 | +59.67% | -5.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 27.86 | 2023 | +173.12% | -25.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 26.4 | 2023 | -3.3% | -10.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 6.89 | 2022 | -38.26% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 6.16 | 2023 | +60.3% | +47.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.76 | 2023 | +276% | +39.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.053 | 2023 | -2.94% | +121.07% | View data |
