In 2023, France led the European fresh eel production for human consumption, significantly surpassing other nations, with a notable 9.32% increase. Denmark and Poland followed, though Denmark witnessed a slight 0.4% decline, while Poland saw growth of 6.05%. Conversely, Spain, Germany, and Italy experienced significant declines, especially Spain with a drop of 27.26%. Estonia increased notably by 72.3%, while the Netherlands and Italy faced decreases.
Future trends to watch include:
- France's potential consolidation as a leading producer.
- Continued growth in Eastern Europe, notably in Poland and Estonia.
- Potential challenges due to declining trends in traditionally strong markets like Spain and Italy.
- Environmental factors and regulatory impacts that could affect production levels and economic value across the board.
Top countries in Fresh European Eel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 4,283,300 | 2023 | -63.37% | +9.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 1,936,200 | 2023 | +24.28% | -0.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,374,700 | 2023 | -2.91% | +6.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 360,460 | 2023 | +22.64% | +1.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 180,000 | 2023 | -71.83% | -27.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 132,950 | 2023 | +5.6% | +10.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 88,340 | 2022 | -56.34% | -13.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 33,170 | 2023 | +3510% | -51.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 24,230 | 2023 | +44.18% | -2.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 20,430 | 2023 | -10.83% | +72.3% | View data |
