Spain leads European production of whole fresh tunas, bonitos, and billfishes in capture fisheries with 34.96 thousand metric tons, followed by Portugal and France. Despite its dominance, Spain experienced a modest increase of 1.16% in 2023. Portugal and France saw declines of over 4%, reflecting broader production challenges in these regions. Italy observed a positive trend with a 1.73% increase, while smaller markets like Cyprus and Croatia faced decreases of over 5%, highlighting volatility in lesser markets. Norway and Slovenia experienced significant reductions in production, with declines exceeding 16%.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of environmental regulations on fishing quotas, shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable practices, and advancements in fishing technology that could improve yields. Production efficiencies and international trade policies might also influence future growth in the industry.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Tunas, Bonitos and Billfishes Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 34,960 | 2023 | +15.98% | +1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 10,110 | 2023 | +15.18% | -5.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9,040 | 2023 | -5.76% | -4.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7,190 | 2023 | +8.62% | +1.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 2,660 | 2023 | -10.47% | -2.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 475.22 | 2023 | +0.53% | -6.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 467.3 | 2022 | -16.86% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 150.11 | 2023 | -7.85% | -5.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 40.7 | 2022 | +140.22% | +316.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 19.48 | 2023 | -56.53% | -3.19% | View data |
