In 2023, Spain led European fresh anchovy production for human consumption, followed by Italy and Greece. The top four countries accounted for nearly 98% of production, with Spain alone contributing 47.08%. Notably, Bulgaria saw an astonishing 134.51% increase, while France and several others saw declines, including a complete halt in the Netherlands and Slovenia. These shifts highlight regional variations and potential challenges in sustaining production levels.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on fish populations, rising environmental regulations, and consumer demand for sustainable practices. Monitoring these factors will be crucial in predicting how individual countries will maintain or adjust their production strategies.
Top countries in Fresh European Anchovy Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 47.08 | 2023 | -3.05% | -6.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 26.84 | 2023 | +0.56% | -7.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 13.85 | 2023 | -2.25% | -1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 10.51 | 2023 | -31.66% | -6.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 6.03 | 2023 | +54.34% | -7.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 0.47 | 2023 | +3.33% | -1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.46 | 2023 | -64.08% | -37.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 0.37 | 2023 | +120.84% | +134.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.26 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.068 | 2023 | +102.39% | +14.22% | View data |
