In 2023, Finland led Atlantic salmon production in capture fisheries for human consumption in Europe, followed by Sweden and Poland. The production had fluctuations, with Finland and Poland experiencing minor declines, while Sweden saw a significant decrease of over 12%. Norway, despite being a key player in aquaculture, recorded one of the lowest productions in capture fisheries. Estonia was the only country showing a growth in production. This decline trend is reflected significantly across the region with Germany and Spain seeing large reductions, and Lithuania halting production entirely.
Future trends to watch include the possible expansion of sustainable and ethical fishing practices in Europe. Technological advancements and climate change may impact the habitat and availability of Atlantic salmon. Potential regulatory updates could influence production patterns, impacting countries differently based on their current policies and environmental strategies. Adapting to these trends will be key for countries aiming to maintain or grow their capture fisheries production.
Top countries in Total Atlantic Salmon Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 194.37 | 2023 | +41.29% | -3.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 86.26 | 2023 | +14.17% | -12.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 43.23 | 2023 | +14100% | -3.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 13.53 | 2022 | +36.62% | +10.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Estonia | 9 | 2023 | +22.66% | +1.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 6.87 | 2023 | +136.81% | -3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.5 | 2023 | +41.03% | -1.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 1.15 | 2023 | -9.6% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 0.75 | 2023 | +894.67% | -15.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.6 | 2023 | +2900% | -28.85% | View data |
