The Netherlands leads European production of gutted fresh dab, followed closely by Denmark with significant margins. Iceland is a distant third, with remaining countries like Belgium, France, and the UK contributing minimally. Year-on-year comparison in 2023 shows declines in most countries, particularly in the UK and Norway, while Iceland and France experienced slight growth. Over the last five years, a downward trend persists overall, suggesting shrinking operations or shifts in market focus.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Potential shifts towards sustainable practices impacting production rates.
- Changes in consumer demand for local versus imported seafood.
- Impact of climate change and regulations on fishing quotas.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Dab, Limanda Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 45.26 | 2023 | -0.4% | -12.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 42.5 | 2023 | -5.57% | -6.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 12.06 | 2023 | -0.99% | +1.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 4 | 2023 | -22.82% | -13.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1.02 | 2023 | +19.03% | +3.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 0.47 | 2023 | -43.29% | -21.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 0.14 | 2023 | +574.21% | -30.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.12 | 2022 | +30.81% | -54.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.11 | 2021 | +35.91% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.031 | 2022 | +71.71% | +12.17% | View data |
