France leads European Conger production with 51.11 metric tons, followed by Spain at 25.42 and Portugal at 13.83. Italy and the UK have smaller shares at 2.32 and 2.14, respectively. The other countries contribute minimally. In 2023, most countries saw declines: France (-2.7%), Spain (-7.02%), Italy (-10.47%), and the UK (-2.53%). Portugal was an exception, with a 2.46% increase. Notable are the impressive growth of the Netherlands (15.84%) and a significant drop in Sweden (-43.9%).
Future trends to watch for include ongoing shifts in production regions, sustainable fishing practices, and potential impacts of climate change on conger stock distribution and volume. Continued monitoring of policy changes and technological advancements will be essential in shaping competitive dynamics.
Top countries in Fresh European Conger Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 51.11 | 2023 | -3.41% | -2.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25.42 | 2023 | +0.29% | -7.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 13.83 | 2023 | +30.69% | +2.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2.32 | 2023 | -31.16% | -10.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2.14 | 2023 | -2.87% | -2.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 0.56 | 2023 | -5.02% | +0.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 0.44 | 2023 | -5.97% | -2.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.15 | 2023 | +0.83% | +15.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.006 | 2023 | +130% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.002 | 2023 | +50.5% | -12.89% | View data |
