In 2023, Poland remained the dominant producer of smoked fish in Europe, with nearly double the production of the United Kingdom, its closest competitor. However, it experienced a modest decline of 3.82%. Norway saw the most significant drop at 24.42%, while Belgium marked a notable increase of 38.26%. Lithuania showed growth at 2.18%, whereas other countries like Germany, Finland, and Latvia faced double-digit decreases, highlighting market volatility in recent years.
Future trends suggest a need for diversification in the production strategies of major producers. Factors influencing the market include sustainability concerns, regulatory changes, and potential shifts toward plant-based alternatives, impacting traditional smoked fish production.
Top countries in Sold Production of Smoked Fish by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 67,251,000 | 2023 | -0.45% | -3.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 32,872,000 | 2023 | +0.5% | -5.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 26,461,000 | 2023 | +9.65% | -24.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 24,114,000 | 2023 | +2.61% | +2.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 23,723,000 | 2023 | +3.88% | +0.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 14,844,000 | 2023 | +2.45% | +0.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 14,598,000 | 2023 | -0.15% | -5.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 11,236,000 | 2023 | +6.71% | -15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 4,039,000 | 2023 | +3.83% | +38.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 4,010,000 | 2023 | +10.31% | -8.13% | View data |
