In 2023, France led European countries in whole fresh sole fish production with substantial value contributions, followed by Italy and Spain. Notable year-on-year changes were observed with Denmark decreasing significantly by 16.95%, while the United Kingdom and Ireland experienced notable positive growth at 13.11% and 13.46% respectively. The overall market showed volatility with countries like Germany registering a growth of 9.59%, juxtaposed against Slovenia's steep decline of 24.92%.
Future trends to watch for include potential recovery or further declines driven by environmental policies and sustainability measures. The growth in the UK and Ireland might signal a shift influenced by local demand or enhanced capture techniques. Monitoring these variations will be crucial for strategic planning in the European fisheries sector.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Sole Fish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 25,279,000 | 2023 | +3.83% | -4.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 17,169,000 | 2023 | -10.29% | -5.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 5,490,800 | 2023 | +8.66% | -1.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 3,802,300 | 2023 | +1.9% | -2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 2,428,400 | 2023 | -3.19% | -10.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1,976,400 | 2022 | -3.13% | -13.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 1,701,500 | 2023 | +43.82% | -0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 576,600 | 2023 | -30.96% | -16.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 363,390 | 2023 | +5.22% | +13.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 80,650 | 2023 | +4.14% | +13.46% | View data |
