In 2023, Greece led European Whole Fresh Atlantic Bonito production in capture fisheries with 37.14 metric tons, despite a notable decrease of 9.85% from the previous year. Spain and Italy also contributed significantly, though with declines of 8.96% and 7.48% respectively. Portugal was an exception, experiencing a slight growth of 0.85%. Notably, smaller producers like Slovenia, Cyprus, and the United Kingdom faced steep reductions, with Cyprus decreasing by 43.8%.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on recovery and adaptation. Monitoring sustainability practices, market demand shifts, and investment in fishing technologies are crucial for potential growth in the European Whole Fresh Atlantic Bonito sector.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Atlantic Bonito Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 37.14 | 2023 | -32.31% | -9.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 27.73 | 2023 | -38.3% | -8.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 21.17 | 2023 | -14.51% | -7.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 12.63 | 2023 | +86.85% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.47 | 2023 | +0.28% | -11.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.15 | 2023 | +23.04% | -4.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.01 | 2023 | -56.53% | -3.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 0.099 | 2023 | -20.53% | +0.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 0.052 | 2021 | -47.37% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.012 | 2023 | -25% | -14.76% | View data |
