In 2023, Spain led European whole fresh monkfish production in capture fisheries with a value of 16.25 thousand euros per metric ton, experiencing a slight increase to 16.61 in 2024. Cyprus followed with a noticeable decline from 13.92 in 2023 to 9.59 in 2024. Italy, Croatia, France, and Greece showed relatively stable production, with minor deviations noted.
Key future trends to watch include potential impacts of environmental policies on fishing practices, advancements in sustainable aquaculture, and shifts in consumer demand driven by environmental awareness, which could reshape production strategies across Europe’s monkfish-producing countries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Monkfishes Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 16,610 | 2023 | +28.04% | +16.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Cyprus | 9,590 | 2023 | -2.45% | +13.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 7,000 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 6,500 | 2023 | -16.42% | +1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5,130 | 2023 | -1.02% | +0.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4,410 | 2023 | -0.53% | +3.37% | View data |
