In 2023, Iceland led European Whole Fresh Witch Flounder production in capture fisheries, commanding a significant share, followed by Spain. Norway, France, and Portugal held smaller shares. Notably, France's production surged, while Spain, Portugal, Ireland, and the UK experienced declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate indicated mixed trends, with Iceland and Norway showing growth.
Future trends to watch include potential geopolitical impacts on fisheries, environmental regulations influencing capture rates, and growing consumer demand for sustainably sourced fish, possibly affecting production shares across Europe. Iceland's dominance may continue, but shifts in other countries' shares could emerge.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Witch Flounder Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 50.48 | 2023 | -0.23% | +2.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 41.2 | 2023 | +7.21% | -11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 3.8 | 2023 | +31.83% | +2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2.63 | 2023 | -19.04% | +14.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1.02 | 2023 | -34.08% | -13.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 0.24 | 2023 | +144.78% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 0.15 | 2023 | -9.55% | -10.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 0.038 | 2023 | -54.8% | -37.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.028 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.013 | 2022 | -91.92% | View data |
