In 2023, Iceland was the leading producer of fresh saithe pollock in Europe with 37.36 thousand metric tons, showing a slight increase of 0.4% from the previous year. The United Kingdom followed with 18.32 thousand metric tons, despite a 1.66% decline. Norway experienced a significant decrease of 32.92%, reaching 12.22 thousand metric tons. Denmark also declined by 10.54%, producing 10.08 thousand metric tons. Germany saw modest growth at 3.59%, maintaining low volumes.
Notable trends from 2019-2023 include:
- Iceland maintaining strong production levels.
- Declining trends in the United Kingdom and Norway.
- Decreasing outputs in smaller producers like Sweden and the Netherlands.
Future trends to watch involve potential recovery efforts in Norway and sustainable fishing practices affecting production volumes. Regulatory changes and consumer preferences will be critical in shaping the industry's trajectory.
Top countries in Fresh Saithe Pollock Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 37,360 | 2023 | +5.06% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 18,320 | 2023 | +1.56% | -1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 12,220 | 2023 | -1.73% | -32.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 10,080 | 2023 | -6.06% | -10.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 281.39 | 2023 | -25.05% | +3.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 177.39 | 2022 | -89.39% | -43.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 131.42 | 2023 | -19.62% | -19.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 96 | 2023 | +7.2% | -12.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 20.41 | 2023 | +18.52% | -1.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.5 | 2023 | +13.64% | -18.14% | View data |
