The 2023 data for European Fresh Sand Sole production in capture fisheries shows France as the leading producer valued at EUR 1.6584 million, followed by Portugal (EUR 0.75331 million) and Spain (EUR 0.36983 million). Over the last year, Portugal and Spain exhibited significant growth with year-on-year increases of 8.93% and 10.0%, respectively. France had a modest growth of 1.28%, while Belgium and the Netherlands saw contrasting trends with -8.18% and 25.62%, respectively. The UK and Italy showed minor or zero growth.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts towards sustainable fishing practices that may impact production levels.
- Market opportunities for growth in Spain and Portugal as they continue to experience considerable increases.
- Impact of policy changes and economic conditions on countries with declining production like Belgium.
Top countries in Fresh Sand Sole Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,658,400 | 2023 | -11.94% | +1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 753,310 | 2023 | -33.97% | +8.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 369,830 | 2023 | +2.42% | +10% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 297,350 | 2023 | -11.7% | -8.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 170,150 | 2023 | -0.33% | -0.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 101,310 | 2023 | -41.02% | +25.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 73,700 | 2023 | +29.14% | View data |
