In 2023, Slovenia led European whole fresh seafood production with a value of 8.59 thousand euros per metric ton, followed by Italy and Cyprus. Annual variations showed upward trends generally, with Germany and Romania seeing significant double-digit increases, while Finland and Sweden experienced declines. Slovenia, Iceland, and Croatia showcased noteworthy growth, while the Netherlands and Bulgaria saw declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential for Slovenia, Croatia, and Iceland to demonstrate strong growth, capitalizing on prior positive trends.
- A possible need for innovation in the Netherlands and Bulgaria to combat declining trends.
- Monitoring of geopolitical and environmental impacts that may affect production outputs in key regions.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Seafood Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 8,590 | 2023 | +2.21% | +4.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 5,480 | 2023 | -2.81% | +3.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Cyprus | 5,140 | 2023 | +0.5% | +2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 4,100 | 2023 | +1.42% | +3.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2,770 | 2023 | -7.6% | +1.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 2,590 | 2023 | -0.49% | -3.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2,590 | 2023 | -12.54% | +0.047% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 2,510 | 2023 | -0.83% | +0.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2,490 | 2023 | -4.7% | +2.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2,370 | 2023 | +1.77% | +2.02% | View data |
