The European whole fresh plaice production in capture fisheries shows varying trends across countries. In 2023, Germany led production with a decrease of 8.71%. France faced a significant decline of 22.64%, while Iceland saw a strong growth of 22.29%. The UK and Denmark also increased their shares by 2.71% and 5.69%, respectively. Norway experienced substantial growth with a 48.38% increase, making it a growing contributor. Conversely, Portugal, Belgium, and Poland saw substantial declines, indicating shifting regional production dynamics.
Future trends worth monitoring include:
- Potential policy changes impacting fisheries management and quotas.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices.
- Shifting consumer preferences towards environmentally friendly seafood.
- Economic factors and their effects on resource allocation and export opportunities.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Plaice Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.1 | 2023 | +3.86% | -8.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 26.31 | 2023 | -13.3% | -22.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 13.36 | 2023 | +28.26% | +22.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.68 | 2023 | +5.8% | -21.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.06 | 2023 | +5.07% | +2.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4.52 | 2023 | -6.55% | +5.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.39 | 2022 | +125.65% | -24.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.41 | 2023 | +37.3% | +48.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.3 | 2023 | -39.27% | -28.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.21 | 2023 | -16.13% | -32.78% | View data |
