In 2023, France, Denmark, and Poland were the leading European eel producers, comprising over 87% of total capture fisheries for human consumption. France recorded a slight decline of 3.28% in production, whereas Poland saw a notable increase of 10.48%. Denmark experienced a reduction by 4.88%. Spain and Germany also showed marginal growth, while Sweden faced a significant downturn of 18.71%. Portugal and Greece noted major declines. Overall, the five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) paints a diverse picture, with some countries growing while others are shrinking their production capacities.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental policies on eel fisheries, advances in sustainable aquaculture technologies, and shifts in market demand influenced by conservation efforts. Monitoring Poland's growth dynamics and potential rebound in traditionally strong markets like Sweden and Denmark will also be pivotal in forecasting industry directions.
Top countries in Total European Eel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 48.03 | 2023 | +2.3% | -3.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 21.47 | 2023 | -12.61% | -4.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 18.4 | 2023 | +4.52% | +10.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7 | 2023 | +91.77% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 4.66 | 2023 | -14.34% | -18.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 1.43 | 2023 | +12.4% | +5.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 0.61 | 2022 | -23.61% | -15.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.55 | 2023 | +56.39% | -4.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.47 | 2023 | +23.6% | -11.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.34 | 2023 | +3.65% | +4.13% | View data |
