In 2023, France led European production value in fresh lemon sole capture fisheries for human consumption, reaching 6.31 thousand euros per metric ton, marking a 5.03% increase. The UK and Denmark followed, at 5.39 and 5.28, with slight declines. Germany and Spain saw notable decreases, by 5.28% and 6.01% respectively. Sweden and Ireland recorded minimal positive changes. Overall, a mixed trend was observed across countries in 2023, with some showing resilience and others facing declines.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in production due to changing climate conditions affecting fish stocks, EU regulatory changes impacting capture fisheries, and the increasing importance of sustainable fishing practices, which could influence production costs and market dynamics.
Top countries in Fresh Lemon Sole Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 6,310 | 2023 | +1.19% | +5.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 5,390 | 2023 | +0.78% | -0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 5,280 | 2023 | -12.05% | -0.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 5,200 | 2023 | -3.22% | +0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4,720 | 2023 | +5.06% | -0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3,860 | 2023 | -8.29% | -1.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 3,530 | 2023 | -7.83% | -5.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2,960 | 2023 | +0.62% | -0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 2,800 | 2023 | +4.07% | -0.092% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2,190 | 2023 | -8.82% | -6.01% | View data |
