In 2024, Finland leads European freshwater fish capture production with a share of €36.97 million, followed by Poland (€25.39 million) and Estonia (€23.65 million). Germany, despite a significant decline of -7.11% in 2023, holds €11.75 million. Countries like Lithuania and the Netherlands experienced considerable decreases, -16.04% and -22.07%, respectively. France saw a notable increase of 9.12%, indicating potential for growth despite its currently low contribution. This data highlights a diverging trend among European countries.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in France’s share as indicated by its recent increase, alongside sustainable management practices in major producers like Finland and Poland to maintain or boost their production levels. Monitoring environmental policies and climate impacts will be crucial in shaping this sector’s trajectory.
Top countries in Total Freshwater Fishes Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 36.97 | 2023 | -9.84% | +1.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 25.39 | 2023 | -22.48% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 23.65 | 2023 | +4.57% | -4.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 11.75 | 2023 | +6.28% | -7.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 3.58 | 2023 | +34.82% | -0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 0.88 | 2023 | +19.31% | -0.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 0.52 | 2022 | -75.24% | -20.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.35 | 2023 | -33.99% | +9.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.1 | 2023 | -11.96% | -16.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.08 | 2023 | +110.72% | -22.07% | View data |
