In 2023, Spain led the European production of whole fresh tunas, bonitos, and billfishes in capture fisheries, contributing 58.3% of the total volume. Portugal, France, and Italy followed with shares of 16.86%, 15.08%, and 11.99%, respectively. Year-on-year, Spain and Italy saw increases in their production volumes by 1.16% and 1.73%, while Portugal and France experienced declines of 5.05% and 4.67%. Other countries such as Greece, Cyprus, and Croatia showed decreasing trends, with decreases of 2.94%, 6.63%, and 5.11% respectively.
Trends to watch for in European whole fresh tunas, bonitos, and billfishes production include:
- Spain continuing to consolidate its position as the primary producer.
- Potential recovery or further declines in Portugal and France's production levels based on current negative trends.
- Close monitoring of Norway, given its significant drop of 16.85% in recent production volume.
- The impact of sustainable fishing practices and regulatory changes on overall production across Europe.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Tunas, Bonitos and Billfishes Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 58.3 | 2023 | +15.98% | +1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 16.86 | 2023 | +15.18% | -5.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.08 | 2023 | -5.76% | -4.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11.99 | 2023 | +8.62% | +1.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4.43 | 2023 | -10.47% | -2.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 0.79 | 2023 | +0.53% | -6.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 0.78 | 2022 | -16.86% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 0.25 | 2023 | -7.85% | -5.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.068 | 2022 | +140.22% | +316.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.032 | 2023 | -56.53% | -3.19% | View data |
