In 2023, France led European fresh black seabream production in capture fisheries with 70.83 metric tons, albeit experiencing a 9.18% decline from the previous year. Spain and Greece similarly saw decreases, with Spain down by 9.52% and Greece by 5.27%. Portugal and the Netherlands, meanwhile, recorded increases in production by 2.51% and 6.27%, respectively. Italy, Belgium, Malta, and Cyprus showed declines, with Belgium facing the sharpest drop at 12.8%. Notably, Croatia and Slovenia witnessed growth in their production shares.
Looking to the future, several trends may influence European fresh black seabream production:
- Renewed emphasis on sustainable practices may impact capture methods and outputs.
- Technological advancements in fishing may enhance production efficiency.
- Environmental and regulatory changes could affect production quotas and market dynamics.
- Climate change and oceanic conditions continue to impact fish stocks and availability.
Top countries in Fresh Black Seabream Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 70.83 | 2023 | -13.17% | -9.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.45 | 2023 | -2.97% | -9.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 6.49 | 2023 | +33.41% | +2.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 5.58 | 2023 | +24.09% | +6.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4.67 | 2023 | +11.02% | -5.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2.91 | 2023 | -13.56% | -8.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 0.33 | 2023 | -10.59% | +4.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.27 | 2023 | -3.13% | -12.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 0.016 | 2023 | -59.45% | -4.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.01 | 2023 | -51.04% | -0.63% | View data |
