The United Kingdom leads European whole fresh whiting fish production in capture fisheries, followed by France and Denmark. Recent data shows significant growth in Denmark and the Netherlands, with 95.28% and 11.53% increases year-on-year, respectively. France, Italy, and Greece have experienced notable declines, with France at -10.26%, Italy at -18.91%, and Greece at -23.04%. In contrast, Belgium and Sweden saw substantial increases, securing 26.08% and 32.83% growth. Over the past five years, the main overall trend aligns with an average annual contraction of the market, affected by these fluctuations.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes affecting capture quotas, the impact of climate change on distribution and abundance, and technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices. Countries like Denmark might continue their upward trend, while other nations may focus on reconciling sustainability with production objectives.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Whiting Fish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 8,860 | 2023 | +0.88% | +2.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1,990 | 2023 | +14.52% | -10.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 1,890 | 2023 | +66.36% | +95.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 1,840 | 2023 | -5.07% | -8.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 1,070 | 2023 | +35.82% | +5.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 673.77 | 2023 | -4.2% | +11.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 488.63 | 2022 | -75.68% | +7.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 421.7 | 2023 | -8.08% | -18.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 105.13 | 2023 | +8.05% | -1.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 56.7 | 2023 | 0% | +26.08% | View data |
