In 2023, France led European capture fisheries for fresh small-spotted catshark with a production of 2.73 thousand metric tons, despite a year-on-year decrease of 5.51%. The United Kingdom and Spain, with productions of 2.2 and 1.21 thousand metric tons respectively, registered growths of 3.69% and 7.77%. Belgium and the Netherlands also experienced growths of 0.75% and 7.39% respectively. Italy, however, faced a significant decline of 16.56%, while Denmark and Croatia saw no change.
Future trends to watch include potential market adjustments for France as it continues to lead despite recent declines. Growth in Spain and the UK suggests a potential shift in market dynamics, while Italy's decline indicates challenges possibly related to overfishing or market demand.
Top countries in Fresh Small-spotted Catshark Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,730 | 2023 | -5.47% | -5.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 2,200 | 2023 | +4.43% | +3.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,210 | 2023 | +3.56% | +7.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 426.6 | 2023 | -0.26% | +0.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 262.33 | 2023 | -4.92% | +7.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 139 | 2023 | +16.61% | -16.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1.7 | 2023 | +13.33% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 0.92 | 2022 | -46% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.32 | 2023 | +61.65% | View data |
