As of 2023, Italy leads the European production of Whole Fresh Flounders, Halibuts, and Soles in capture fisheries with France and Portugal also showing strong outputs. Notable year-on-year variations indicate substantial growth in Lithuania and Estonia's production, while Belgium and Sweden exhibit significant declines. The prevailing trends suggest a fragmentation in growth rates across Europe, with Mediterranean countries generally displaying upward momentum.
Future trends to consider include potential impacts of climate change on marine biodiversity affecting availability and distribution of these species, technological advancements in capture methods, and shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced seafood which may influence production levels and international competition dynamics among European nations.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Flounders, Halibuts and Soles Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 11,670 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 11,370 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10,020 | 2023 | +2.22% | +7.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 9,880 | 2023 | +0.53% | +5.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 9,470 | 2023 | +2.91% | +3.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 7,700 | 2023 | -0.023% | -0.033% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6,360 | 2023 | +4.27% | +2.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,950 | 2023 | -5.17% | -2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 5,300 | 2023 | -1.6% | -3.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 3,420 | 2023 | +10.92% | +3.48% | View data |
