Portugal leads European fresh river eel production with a significant margin, valued at 115.91 thousand euros per metric ton in 2023. Spain, France, and Germany follow, with notable production values, while the United Kingdom lags significantly. Estonia shows the highest year-on-year growth at 40.2%, while Portugal also surged by 14.1% in 2023. However, countries like the UK, Croatia, and Italy experienced declines, with the UK seeing a steep drop of 30.87%. Over the last five years, Europe's eel production witnessed varied trends, with some countries achieving significant growth while others faced declines.
Looking forward, climate change, regulatory shifts, and sustainable practices will shape future production, with countries potentially readjusting their capture strategies. Expect nations with increasing investment in aquaculture technology, like Estonia, to continue growing, while those combating declining eel populations may further struggle.
Top countries in Fresh River Eels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 115,910 | 2023 | -1.41% | +14.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 26,910 | 2023 | +0.8% | +6.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 22,230 | 2023 | -36.28% | +26.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 14,990 | 2023 | -0.42% | +5.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 14,660 | 2023 | +46.62% | +12.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 14,600 | 2023 | -0.42% | +40.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 13,580 | 2023 | +10.54% | -0.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 12,920 | 2022 | +29.41% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 12,850 | 2023 | +32.3% | +3.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 12,080 | 2023 | -29.21% | -2.86% | View data |
