In 2023, Finland led the European production of gutted fresh trouts, smelts, and salmons in capture fisheries with a dominant share, despite a -7.33% year-on-year decline. Sweden followed with a smaller drop of -9.59%. Poland experienced a significant decline of -26.5%, while Denmark also faced a -20.21% decrease. Germany’s production decreased by -11.69%, and Norway and Lithuania maintained minimal shares. The overall trend indicates a downtrend in most countries' production in recent years.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in production practices or investment in technology across Europe, with sustainable capture and environmental impacts influencing strategies. Monitoring regulatory changes and consumer demand for sustainably sourced fish could also guide future production dynamics.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Trouts, Smelts and Salmons Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 7 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 62.54 | 2023 | -0.7% | -7.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 16.31 | 2023 | +35.75% | -9.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.59 | 2023 | +88.95% | -26.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 2.73 | 2023 | -22.98% | -20.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 0.65 | 2023 | +213.39% | -11.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 0.21 | 2021 | +243.83% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 0.001 | 2022 | -99.92% | -75.78% | View data |
