In 2023, France led European fresh spotted ray production with 398.89 metric tons, closely followed by the United Kingdom at 397.52 metric tons. The Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain contributed moderately to this capture fishery, with values of 73.73, 64.21, and 60.25 metric tons, respectively. Other countries like Ireland, Italy, Denmark, Belgium, and Malta had smaller production figures.
Year-on-year variation for 2023 showed notable changes: France decreased by 17.08%, while Italy surged by 26.38%. The United Kingdom and Spain saw modest growth of 4.99% and 3.95%, respectively. The Netherlands and Portugal experienced declines of -8.87% and -1.88%.
Future trends to watch:
- The possibility of stricter fisheries management regulations in response to environmental concerns, potentially influencing production levels across Europe.
- The potential impact of changing consumer preferences toward sustainable seafood, which may affect demand for fresh spotted ray products.
- Technological advancements in fishing techniques that can optimize capture efficiency and influence future production volumes.
Top countries in Fresh Spotted Ray Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 398.89 | 2023 | -1.92% | -17.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 397.52 | 2023 | +4.32% | +4.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 73.73 | 2023 | -33.16% | -8.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 64.21 | 2023 | -17.47% | -1.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 60.25 | 2023 | -25.07% | +3.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 49.6 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Italy | 27.3 | 2023 | -19.47% | +26.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 4.8 | 2022 | -38.46% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.5 | 2022 | +15.38% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.28 | 2022 | +102.86% | -16.34% | View data |
