European Atlantic Bluefin Tuna production in 2023 was dominated by Italy, contributing 49.37% of total output, followed by Spain at 31.51% and France at 11.46%. While Italy saw a minor 1.71% increase year-on-year, Spain experienced a decline of 3.91%. Notably, Norway reported a substantial growth rate of 56.11%, albeit from a smaller base. Other countries like Croatia and Portugal also showed double-digit growth, marking an upward trend.
The last five years have seen varied year-on-year growth, with France, Greece, and Portugal consistently showing strong performances. Looking ahead, monitoring advancements in sustainable fishing practices and shifts in consumer demand will be crucial as they could significantly impact production and market shares.
Top countries in Total Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 49.37 | 2023 | +5.89% | +1.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 31.51 | 2023 | -55.03% | -3.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.46 | 2023 | +8.72% | +9.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 5.02 | 2023 | +0.7% | +8.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 2.19 | 2023 | +16.3% | +10.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.17 | 2023 | +2.58% | +10.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1.14 | 2023 | +7.97% | +56.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 1.04 | 2023 | -22.42% | -5.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.079 | 2022 | +57.98% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.067 | 2022 | View data |