The current data on European Total Smooth-hound Production for human consumption highlights Italy as the leading producer with a value of 2.7343 million euros in 2023, followed by the United Kingdom and Spain, each producing 0.32793 and 0.26084 million euros respectively. Croatia and Portugal also contribute but at lower levels, with values of 0.22462 and 0.17329 million euros. The Netherlands and Slovenia trail with significantly smaller production values.
In 2023, Italy's production value showed a year-on-year increase of 5.48%, whereas the Netherlands experienced the highest growth at 28.02%. Croatia and Slovenia also reported significant growth at 11.2% and 10.25% respectively. The United Kingdom saw a 5.33% increase, whereas Spain and Portugal reported more modest increases of 0.96% and 2.73% respectively.
Future trends suggest a potential increase in production value across most countries due to rising demand for smooth-hound fish. Environmental factors, sustainable practices, and advancements in fishing technology will likely play a crucial role in shaping the European Total Smooth-hound Production landscape. Moreover, countries like the Netherlands and Croatia may continue to experience robust growth rates, driven by strategic investments and adaptations to market trends.
Top countries in Total Smooth-hound Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,734,300 | 2023 | +33.11% | +5.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 327,930 | 2023 | +2.38% | +5.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 260,840 | 2023 | -9.6% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 224,620 | 2023 | +2.3% | +11.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 173,290 | 2023 | +5.54% | +2.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 67,570 | 2023 | -7.57% | +28.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 15,600 | 2023 | +100.47% | +10.25% | View data |
