Croatia leads European fresh sardine production with a 28.05% share, despite a 2.46% decrease from the previous year. Spain follows with 18.92%, showing a moderate growth of 0.93%. Portugal, having increased by 19.86%, and France, slightly dropping by 1.65%, share similar production levels at 16.61% and 16.24% respectively. Italy (-14.18%) and Greece (-10.19%) experienced significant declines. The Netherlands saw explosive growth at 185.54%, while Malta and Norway also had substantial increases. Cyprus's production significantly declined by 17.25%, amidst generally positive trends in northern regions.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential continued growth in Sardine production in Portugal and the Netherlands.
- Stability in Spanish production with potential for slight growth.
- Potential recovery in Italy and Greece's declining production levels.
- Monitoring Norway's and Malta's burgeoning contributions could highlight emerging competitive landscapes.
Top countries in Fresh Sardine Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Croatia | 28.05 | 2023 | +4.21% | -2.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 18.92 | 2023 | -3.77% | +0.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 16.61 | 2023 | -2.1% | +19.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 16.24 | 2023 | -5.33% | -1.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.35 | 2023 | -6.6% | -14.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.88 | 2023 | +3.5% | +1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 4.98 | 2023 | -6.68% | -10.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.35 | 2023 | +38.39% | +185.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2.16 | 2022 | +1070% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.026 | 2023 | +107670% | +53.72% | View data |
