In 2023, Norway led European Blue Ling production for human consumption with a substantial 16.01% growth, reaching 636.68 metric tons. France followed with 564.6 metric tons, marking a 17.97% increase. Iceland saw a decline of 6.94% to 339.24 metric tons, while Spain's production decreased by 3.68% to 149.42 metric tons. Denmark experienced substantial growth of 32.52%, reaching 12.26 metric tons. Germany achieved a slight increase of 0.99%, recording 3.68 metric tons, and Sweden grew by 2.43% to 0.073 metric tons.
Future trends to watch include:
- The continued dominance and potential expansion of Norway and France in Blue Ling production.
- Monitoring the recovery efforts and strategic initiatives in Iceland and Spain to reverse production declines.
- Denmark's rapid increases which might signal future market competitiveness.
- The impact of sustainability measures and environmental regulations on production capacities.
Top countries in Total Blue Ling Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 636.68 | 2023 | +2.8% | +16.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 564.6 | 2023 | -10.88% | +17.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 339.24 | 2023 | -5.67% | -6.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 149.42 | 2023 | +81.96% | -3.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 12.26 | 2023 | +77.68% | +32.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 3.68 | 2023 | +313.03% | +0.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 0.073 | 2023 | +20.16% | +2.43% | View data |
