In 2023, Norway led European whole fresh finfish production at €904.19 million, followed by Spain and Iceland. Year-on-year variations showed significant growth in the Netherlands and Romania, while Germany and Sweden experienced sharp declines. The compound annual growth rate over the past five years is essential to understand long-term trends, highlighting Norway's steady growth and recovery signs in Iceland, while Spain, Italy, and Croatia faced challenges.
Future trends to watch include:
- Norway's potential for continued growth due to sustainable practices.
- Recovery opportunities in Spain and Italy with strategic fisheries policies.
- Possible shifts in market dynamics due to environmental changes and policy impacts on the EU fishing industry.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Finfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 904,190,000 | 2023 | +5.1% | +2.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 605,100,000 | 2023 | -0.022% | -1.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 365,730,000 | 2023 | +5.13% | +4.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 361,060,000 | 2023 | +2.71% | -3.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 296,880,000 | 2023 | -0.56% | -0.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 201,300,000 | 2023 | +6.18% | +2.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 191,030,000 | 2023 | +0.37% | -0.024% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 51,142,000 | 2023 | +42.71% | +16.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 41,098,000 | 2023 | -24.65% | -3.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 33,336,000 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.96% | View data |
