In 2023, the leading European countries in whole fresh river eel production for human consumption by value were France, Denmark, and Poland. Collectively, these countries represent the majority of the market share. France experienced modest growth at 0.24%, while Denmark saw a more significant increase of 1.31%. Poland demonstrated robust growth with a 7.14% increase. In contrast, Spain and the Netherlands faced steep declines of 25.78% and 24.01%, respectively. Germany and Estonia showed positive momentum with increases of 7.32% and 72.3%, making them notable performers.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental regulations and sustainability practices, which could reshape the production landscape. Investment in sustainable fishing practices and aquaculture might play critical roles in offsetting production declines in countries currently experiencing negative growth. Additionally, market demand shifts in Europe could influence strategic shifts in focus and investment for key production countries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh River Eels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,754,200 | 2023 | -46.67% | +0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 1,936,100 | 2023 | +27.31% | +1.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,446,500 | 2023 | +2.15% | +7.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 350,420 | 2023 | +19.22% | +0.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 199,070 | 2023 | -68.85% | -25.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 114,950 | 2023 | +1.95% | +7.32% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 33,170 | 2023 | +3510% | -51.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 32,110 | 2022 | -66.82% | -29.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 20,430 | 2023 | -10.83% | +72.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 6,870 | 2023 | +93.75% | -24.01% | View data |
