Iceland leads European gutted fresh finfish production in capture fisheries for human consumption with 274.98 thousand metric tons. France, Denmark, and Spain follow, with notable production volumes. Significant yearly changes were seen in 2023; Lithuania and Malta experienced substantial growth, while Denmark and the Netherlands saw marked declines. Germany and Latvia also faced significant decreases, whereas Estonia showed a remarkable increase of 48.21%, albeit from a low base.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental regulations on capture fisheries, technological advancements in sustainable harvesting, and shifting consumer preferences towards alternative protein sources. Iceland's dominance may continue, but other countries might increasingly invest in optimizing their fisheries to improve yields and sustainability. Additionally, climate change and Brexit may further influence production dynamics in European fisheries.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Finfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 274,980 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 42,610 | 2023 | -3.85% | -3.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 40,360 | 2023 | -5.74% | -10.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 32,980 | 2023 | +5.89% | -3.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 23,770 | 2023 | +0.71% | -10.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 22,430 | 2023 | -3.45% | -3.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 6,590 | 2022 | +11.43% | -35.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5,400 | 2023 | -11.45% | -10.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 889.05 | 2022 | -1.12% | -30.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 769.18 | 2023 | +7.59% | +13.83% | View data |
