In 2023, Iceland led European production of gutted fresh aquatic animals for human consumption at 267.46 thousand metric tons, showing a modest growth. France and Denmark followed, though both experienced declines of 3.41% and 9.96% respectively. Notably, Norway saw a considerable decrease of 33.29%. Lithuania and Malta recorded significant year-on-year growth, with 13.83% and 16.83%. Estonia showed an exceptional surge at 48.22%, albeit from a lower base, while Finland and Latvia faced declines. Over the past five years, Iceland and several Baltic countries have shown potential for growth, counterbalancing declines in larger producers.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on fish populations, evolving consumer preferences towards sustainable practices, and technological advancements in capture fisheries. Strategies aimed at enhancing stock management and sustainable fishing practices will likely influence future production scales and geographical shifts, particularly in countries exhibiting recent growth or resilience against adverse trends.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Aquatic Animals Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 267,460 | 2023 | +0.011% | +0.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 42,380 | 2023 | -4.7% | -3.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 40,660 | 2023 | -3.55% | -9.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 28,240 | 2023 | -9.8% | -6.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 23,690 | 2023 | +0.27% | -10.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 22,280 | 2023 | -3.6% | -3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 7,370 | 2023 | +11.93% | -33.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5,570 | 2023 | -8.76% | -9.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 889.05 | 2022 | -1.13% | -30.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 769.18 | 2023 | +7.59% | +13.83% | View data |
