In 2023, the leading producer of fresh haddock in Europe was Iceland with 52.06 thousand metric tons. Denmark followed with 4.17 thousand metric tons, showing a strong year-on-year growth of 13.87%. France and the United Kingdom saw declines of -3.55% and -12.74% respectively. Notably, Norway experienced a significant reduction of -48.8%, while smaller producers like the Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium, and Spain reflected positive trends with increases of 22.16%, 22.21%, 19.75%, and 11.47%, respectively. Germany showed the highest variance with a 47.0% increase but still remained the smallest contributor. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflected varying trends among countries.
Looking forward, Europe may continue to see increased consolidation in haddock production with potential technological advancements in sustainable capture fisheries potentially boosting yields. Climate change and regulatory impacts will be crucial factors influencing future production patterns. Monitoring the recovery of Norwegian production will be particularly significant as it adapts to overcome its recent substantial decline.
Top countries in Fresh Haddock Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 52,060 | 2023 | +4.47% | +4.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 4,170 | 2023 | -7.18% | +13.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 3,150 | 2023 | +1.66% | -3.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 2,840 | 2023 | -15.73% | -12.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 1,010 | 2023 | -4.96% | -48.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 308.46 | 2023 | -22.16% | +22.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 216.51 | 2023 | -4.35% | +22.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 209.6 | 2023 | -0.47% | +19.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 145.69 | 2023 | -18.05% | +11.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 24.47 | 2023 | +164.35% | +47% | View data |
