In 2023, France led European gutted fresh Pollack production for human consumption, contributing significantly to the overall catch. Denmark, the UK, and Norway also played major roles, though each saw a decrease in production compared to 2022. Smaller contributors like the Netherlands and Germany experienced positive growth, with Germany showing remarkable resilience with a 30.12% increase year-on-year. Conversely, countries like Ireland and Belgium faced more substantial declines, indicating potential challenges in maintaining their production levels.
Future trends to watch include:
- Monitoring the impact of decreasing production in traditional leading countries like France and the UK on the overall market.
- Assessing whether positive growth in smaller producers such as the Netherlands and Germany indicates a shift in production dynamics within Europe.
- Understanding how environmental regulations, economic conditions, and market demands influence future production stability and growth across the region.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Pollack Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 30.04 | 2023 | -15.94% | -11.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 19.26 | 2023 | +15.94% | -1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 19.13 | 2023 | -8.61% | -8.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 15.51 | 2023 | +17.46% | -5.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 12.8 | 2023 | +2.45% | -10.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2.07 | 2023 | -8.33% | -6.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.49 | 2023 | +89.69% | +6.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.28 | 2023 | +199.95% | +30.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.26 | 2023 | -19.57% | -21.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.16 | 2023 | -40.28% | -33.49% | View data |