In 2023, Poland dominated European fresh flounder production in capture fisheries with a substantial share of 80.06 metric tons. Denmark and Germany followed, with 4.61 and 4.36 metric tons, respectively. The annual variation showed Poland increased by 1.69%, while Denmark and Germany experienced declines of 22.77% and 7.96%, respectively. Sweden's production rose by 12.28%, while Norway had a notable jump of 40.94%. Latvia saw the largest reduction at 26.46%. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate highlights Poland's steady growth, contrasting with declines in several other countries.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Poland's continued dominance and potential for innovation or supply chain improvements.
- The implications of Denmark’s and Latvia’s significant declines on future production strategies.
- Opportunities for growth in smaller producers like Norway and Portugal, reflecting recent gains.
- Potential impacts of environmental policies on capture fisheries sustainability and production levels across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh European Flounder Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 80.06 | 2023 | +59.87% | +1.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 4.61 | 2023 | -12.42% | -22.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 4.36 | 2023 | +29.73% | -7.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 3.86 | 2023 | -12.95% | -9.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 1.44 | 2023 | -5.22% | -26.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 0.92 | 2023 | -72.68% | +12.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 0.62 | 2023 | +2.42% | -7.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.58 | 2023 | -3.17% | -2.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.28 | 2023 | +1.75% | -7.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.23 | 2023 | +6.95% | +4.65% | View data |
