In 2023, Portugal led European Total Atlantic Chub Mackerel production for human consumption, reflecting a decline of 7.43% from the previous year. The Netherlands exhibited strong growth with a significant increase of 56.91%. Spain, Croatia, and Greece experienced modest declines of 4.81%, 0.82%, and 3.33%, respectively. Italy faced the most pronounced drop at 18.26%. France also saw a slight reduction of 7.45%, while Cyprus maintained stability with a minor rise of 0.69%. Over the past five years, the average annual change varied substantially among these countries.
Future trends to watch include the Netherlands potentially continuing its upward trajectory, with Portugal sustaining its leading position despite recent declines. The impact of regulatory, environmental, and market factors on production will be significant, and monitoring these variables will be crucial for predicting future shifts in production levels across Europe.
Top countries in Total Atlantic Chub Mackerel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 20,940 | 2023 | +7.87% | -7.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 13,130 | 2023 | +2.07% | +56.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 5,240 | 2023 | -45.27% | -4.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 1,730 | 2023 | +4.38% | -0.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1,620 | 2023 | -11.25% | -3.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Malta | 657.75 | 2022 | +11.53% | +8.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 528.3 | 2023 | -2.58% | -18.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 82.8 | 2023 | +10.25% | -7.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 4.65 | 2023 | -24.1% | +0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.005 | 2021 | -28.57% | -46.22% | View data |
