In 2023, Finland led European capture fisheries for trouts, smelts, and salmons with 2.45 thousand metric tons. Estonia followed with substantial growth compared to 2022, showing an increase of 18.81%. Latvia and Sweden experienced notable declines of 22.57% and 14.05%, respectively. The production shrinkage was also observed in Poland and the Netherlands, with year-on-year drops of 26.23% and 34.28%. Other countries like Lithuania, France, and Denmark displayed minor negative trends. Despite limited data for Slovenia, most countries showed declining trajectories, indicating potential industry challenges over the last two years.
Looking forward, European salmonid capture fisheries may encounter continual fluctuations due to environmental factors, regulatory changes, and market dynamics. Monitoring sustainability measures, technological advancements, and climate impacts will be crucial in understanding and adapting to these shifts.
Top countries in Total Trouts, Smelts and Salmons Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 2,450 | 2023 | +1.02% | +0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 816.29 | 2023 | +3.28% | +18.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 615.99 | 2023 | -0.64% | -22.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 181.45 | 2023 | +9.32% | -14.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 126.65 | 2023 | +61.66% | -5.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 78.6 | 2023 | +68.87% | -26.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 29.65 | 2023 | -8.5% | -12.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 25.35 | 2023 | -7.14% | -17.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 19.14 | 2023 | +17.74% | -2.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 14.54 | 2023 | +47.6% | -34.28% | View data |
