In 2023, France led the European fresh Thornback ray production in capture fisheries for human consumption with 1.86 thousand metric tons, marking a 2.31% increase from the previous year. The United Kingdom followed at 1.01 thousand metric tons, growing by 3.23%. Portugal, Spain, and Norway also showed significant production, with Spain experiencing a notable 13.73% increase. In contrast, Italy decreased by 17.14%, reflecting a downward trend. Other countries like Belgium and the Netherlands saw modest increases, while Denmark's production surged by 175.14%, indicating a revival in its Thornback ray fisheries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential market expansion in countries with significant growth rates, like Norway and Denmark.
- Monitoring environmental policies affecting fisheries, especially in the EU.
- Sustainable fishing practices as a determining factor for production stability across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh Thornback Ray Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,860 | 2023 | +3.31% | +2.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 1,010 | 2023 | +2.07% | +3.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 907.23 | 2023 | +3.25% | +3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 862.21 | 2023 | -16.32% | +13.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 647.6 | 2023 | +32.33% | +221% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 461.2 | 2023 | -18.8% | +5.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 395.1 | 2023 | +28.11% | -17.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 341.21 | 2023 | +2.84% | +6.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 47.3 | 2023 | +42.9% | +175.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 16.11 | 2023 | -4.34% | +4.19% | View data |
