The European production of whole fresh aquatic animals intended for human consumption in capture fisheries displayed notable variations by country in 2023. Norway led with significant production value, while countries like Spain and Italy saw negative trends, indicating a decline in economic output from fisheries. Portugal and the United Kingdom achieved modest gains. Meanwhile, Netherlands experienced a remarkable surge in its production value. Conversely, Germany's production plummeted significantly. Watching these trends over a five-year period, annual average changes exhibit a diverse landscape with some nations growing and others receding post-2023.
Future trends in European capture fisheries for human consumption warrant attention. A key trend will be sustainable practices and their influence on production outputs. Additionally, climate change impacts and geopolitical factors may alter fishery yields and distribution channels, necessitating adaptive strategies. Close monitoring of policy shifts within the EU leading to shifts in quotas and fishing rights will also be critical in shaping the sector's trajectory.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Aquatic Animals Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 902,790,000 | 2023 | +5.02% | +1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 860,290,000 | 2023 | +0.77% | -1.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 708,240,000 | 2023 | +2.2% | -4.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 450,370,000 | 2023 | -13.96% | -4.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 326,930,000 | 2023 | +5.23% | +0.9% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 281,530,000 | 2023 | -3.94% | +1.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 266,440,000 | 2023 | +0.72% | -0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 255,650,000 | 2023 | +1.73% | +2.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 121,070,000 | 2023 | +18.67% | +18.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 54,369,000 | 2023 | -24.14% | -2.17% | View data |
