In 2023, the European production of frozen cods, hakes, and haddocks for human consumption showed varying trends across countries. The Netherlands led production with 134.35 thousand metric tons, despite a decline of 2.64% from the previous year. Iceland and Spain saw increases of 4.84% and 3.19% respectively, signaling strong growth. Conversely, Norway experienced a significant reduction of 43.38%, while Germany, Portugal, and the UK exhibited marginal increases. Italy and Sweden contributed negligibly to the totals. The compound annual growth rate over the last five years shows moderate variations, indicating stable production trends in the region.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on adapting to environmental regulations and sustainability practices, given rising global demand and climate change effects. Monitoring advancements in fishing technologies and shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable practices will be crucial. Moreover, potential impacts of geopolitical developments on trade could influence production dynamics.
Top countries in Frozen Cods, Hakes and Haddocks Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 134,350 | 2023 | +9.15% | -2.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 76,480 | 2023 | +8.2% | +4.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 69,080 | 2023 | +6.26% | +3.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 12,290 | 2023 | -80.51% | -43.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7,340 | 2023 | +200.33% | +0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3,820 | 2023 | +25.42% | +7.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 3,200 | 2022 | +99.99% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 550.94 | 2023 | -6.71% | +1.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.1 | 2022 | -99.92% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.05 | 2022 | -35.97% | View data |
