In 2023, the Netherlands led European capture fisheries for flounders, halibuts, and soles with €147.08 million. Notable performers included France and the UK, with robust figures of €118.2 million and €80.124 million, respectively. Despite leading, the Netherlands experienced a 5.91% decline, while Portugal showed a promising 9.18% growth. Germany, Lithuania, and Slovenia faced notable declines, indicating regional challenges. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates varied performance, with fluctuating gains and downturns across countries.
Future trends to watch include sustainability measures impacting production, evolving consumer preferences leaning towards sustainable sourcing, and potential regulatory changes in the European Union that may influence production methods and capacities. These factors could shape geographic production shifts and technological advancements in fisheries practices.
Top countries in Total Flounders, Halibuts and Soles Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 147,080,000 | 2023 | +4.02% | -5.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 118,200,000 | 2023 | +20.5% | +1.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 80,124,000 | 2023 | +1.32% | +2.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 78,419,000 | 2023 | +8.29% | +0.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 65,217,000 | 2023 | -0.32% | -3.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 63,577,000 | 2023 | -1.62% | -4.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 61,314,000 | 2023 | +4.31% | -1.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 48,972,000 | 2023 | -11.81% | +1.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 23,312,000 | 2023 | -5.18% | -4.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 20,894,000 | 2023 | +16.97% | +9.18% | View data |
