In 2023, Finland led European whole fresh freshwater and diadromous fish production in capture fisheries with 4.13 thousand metric tons, marking a 2.9% year-on-year growth. Latvia and Poland followed, with Poland showing a notable 4.02% increase. Contrastingly, Germany, Sweden, and France saw declines, with Germany experiencing a 6.66% drop. Denmark’s production surged by 19.82%, the highest increase. Significant declines were noted in Greece and Romania, at 30.82% and 29.12% respectively. Overall, while Northern European countries maintained stable or growing production, other regions faced declines or minimal outputs.
Future trends to watch include:
- Climate change impacts on fish habitats and availability.
- Regulatory shifts in fishing quotas and sustainability requirements.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices.
- Market demand fluctuations driven by consumer preferences for sustainable seafood.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Freshwater and Diadromous Fishes Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 4,130 | 2023 | +0.86% | +2.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 3,510 | 2023 | +149.15% | -0.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 3,480 | 2023 | +3.18% | +4.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Estonia | 2,330 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 1,030 | 2023 | +21.43% | -6.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 790.76 | 2023 | -33.76% | +19.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 570.31 | 2023 | -52.94% | -2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 268.22 | 2023 | -4.63% | -12.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 140.05 | 2023 | +64.79% | -5.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 73.87 | 2023 | -25.8% | -12.22% | View data |
