In 2023, Latvia led European freshwater and diadromous fish production for human consumption, with a value far exceeding other countries. Countries like Poland and Estonia followed, albeit with reduced volumes. While Latvia and Poland showed positive growth, Finland, Spain, and Sweden experienced significant declines. The overall trend for these fisheries in Europe shows mixed variations, with several countries displaying declining trends. Countries with considerable production, like Latvia, indicate potential resilience.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential recovery in historically declining markets like Finland and Spain.
- Impact of sustainability initiatives and regulation changes on production levels across Europe.
- Technological advancements and their roles in improving efficiency and yields in countries with declining production.
Top countries in Fresh Freshwater and Diadromous Fishes Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 4,210 | 2023 | +199.11% | +2.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 3,420 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 2,320 | 2023 | +2.08% | +1.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 1,820 | 2023 | -0.11% | -15.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 838.16 | 2023 | +17.94% | +0.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 419.28 | 2023 | +0.056% | -4.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 255.74 | 2023 | +16.19% | -12.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 191.48 | 2023 | -10.82% | -8.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 140.89 | 2023 | +65.78% | -5.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 73.15 | 2023 | -26.53% | -12.4% | View data |
