Spanish and Italian anchovy productions are the leading contributors to the European market, with 42.6 and 24.29 thousand metric tons, respectively, as of 2023. Spain experienced a 6.46% decline year-on-year, while Italy's production decreased by 7.73%. Greece's production is more stable, with only a 1.05% decline. France faced a drastic reduction of 37.27%, whereas Bulgaria showed exceptional growth by 134.51%. Notably, the Netherlands and Slovenia's anchovy contributions have entirely ceased, indicating a shift in production capabilities or focus.
In the future, countries like Bulgaria and Romania may continue their growth if structural improvements persist. Sustainable fishing practices and demand fluctuations may influence the market dynamics for Spain and Italy. Monitoring the Mediterranean climate conditions and regulatory shifts will be crucial for projections.
Top countries in Fresh European Anchovy Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 42,600 | 2023 | -3.05% | -6.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 24,290 | 2023 | +0.56% | -7.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 12,530 | 2023 | -2.25% | -1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 9,510 | 2023 | -31.66% | -6.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 5,450 | 2023 | +54.34% | -7.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 422.47 | 2023 | +3.33% | -1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 415.2 | 2023 | -64.08% | -37.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 337.44 | 2023 | +120.84% | +134.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 232.45 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 61.24 | 2023 | +102.39% | +14.22% | View data |
