In 2023, Italy leads with a production value of 1.6481 million euros, marking a significant year-on-year rise of 20.73%. Greece and Bulgaria follow with production values of 1.4715 and 0.83695 million euros, respectively, showing moderate increases of 2.88% and 4.83%. Spain, Romania, and Portugal have smaller production values, with Spain only slightly increasing by 0.0092%. Meanwhile, France saw a substantial growth of 21.04%, Croatia experienced a decline of 12.3%, and Slovenia increased by 7.01%. Overall, the projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years suggests moderate growth trends across most countries.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices and potential regulatory changes affecting capture fisheries. The demand for fresh bluefish might shift due to evolving consumer preferences and environmental concerns. Potential impacts of climate change on fish habitats could also influence future production volumes and supply chain dynamics. Economic factors such as trade agreements and market access will also shape the evolution of this sector in Europe.
Top countries in Fresh Bluefish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,648,100 | 2023 | +10.5% | +20.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 1,471,500 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 836,950 | 2023 | -3.64% | +4.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 742,190 | 2023 | -9.43% | +0.0092% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 178,010 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 142,560 | 2023 | +1.89% | +0.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 39,470 | 2023 | +58.58% | +21.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 15,960 | 2023 | -52.99% | -12.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 4,550 | 2023 | -43.15% | +7.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 115 | 2021 | +28.99% | View data |