In 2023, France was the leading producer of Total Smooth-hounds in capture fisheries for human consumption in Europe, with 2.8 thousand metric tons. Italy followed with a production of 0.2025 thousand metric tons. Greece, Portugal, Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia had much lower outputs, indicating a significant disparity in production levels across Europe.
The year-on-year variation from 2022 to 2023 showed diverse trends: while France reported a slight decline of 0.91%, Greece experienced a significant reduction of 9.79%. Portugal saw a modest growth of 2.04%, while Spain faced a substantial decrease of 20.09% in production levels. These variations are critical in assessing the stability and potential fluctuations in the market.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include technological advancements in fishing techniques and stricter environmental regulations, which could impact production levels. Emphasis on sustainability and preserving fish populations could lead to further reductions in some countries, while others may invest in expanding capacity to meet demand.
Top countries in Total Smooth-hounds Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,800 | 2023 | -6.93% | -0.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 202.5 | 2022 | -27.11% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 120.57 | 2023 | -0.63% | -9.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 12.5 | 2023 | +23.79% | +2.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2.88 | 2023 | +44.72% | -20.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.7 | 2022 | +33.56% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 1.23 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.26 | 2021 | +250.82% | -3.11% | View data |
