In 2023, Portugal led in the value of horse mackerel production in capture fisheries in Europe, while Romania and Italy followed close behind. France, Bulgaria, and Spain showed moderate production values, with Croatia lagging. The year-on-year changes indicate that, in 2023, Portugal, Romania, and Spain saw moderate growth rates, while Italy experienced significant growth. Conversely, Bulgaria's production faced a steep decline.
Looking ahead to 2024, several trends are expected to shape the market:
- Portugal and Romania will potentially consolidate their leadership in Mediterranean horse mackerel production, leveraging favorable growth rates from previous years.
- Bulgaria may focus on stabilizing its production to curb the declining trend observed in 2023.
- Technological advancements in fishing practices and sustainability initiatives will become critical for growth across all countries.
Top countries in Fresh Mediterranean Horse Mackerel Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 4,910 | 2023 | +1.25% | +3.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 3,020 | 2023 | +4.24% | +3.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,320 | 2023 | +5.25% | +6.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2,040 | 2023 | -10.14% | +2.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1,500 | 2023 | -2.1% | -7.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,370 | 2023 | -3.29% | +4.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 386.47 | 2022 | View data |
