Portugal leads European Atlantic Chub Mackerel production, contributing 48.49 metric tons, although it saw a 7.43% decline in 2023. The Netherlands, with 30.41 metric tons, achieved a significant 56.91% increase. Spain and Croatia decreased by 4.81% and 0.82%, while Greece and Italy saw 3.33% and 18.26% drops, respectively. Smaller contributors like Malta, France, and Cyprus varied slightly, with the latter increasing by 0.69%.
Forecast trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Dutch production if trends persist.
- Potential recovery or further decline in Portugal and Spain's output.
- The role of sustainable practices and regulatory changes impacting production levels across Europe.
Top countries in Total Atlantic Chub Mackerel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 48.49 | 2023 | +7.87% | -7.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 30.41 | 2023 | +2.07% | +56.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.14 | 2023 | -45.27% | -4.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 4.01 | 2023 | +4.38% | -0.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.75 | 2023 | -11.25% | -3.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Malta | 1.52 | 2022 | +11.53% | +8.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.22 | 2023 | -2.58% | -18.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.19 | 2023 | +10.25% | -7.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.011 | 2023 | -24.1% | +0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0 | 2021 | -28.57% | -46.22% | View data |
