In 2023, Italy led the European fresh golden grey mullet production in capture fisheries with 1.0543 million euros, experiencing a significant 52.06% increase. France followed with 0.25921 million euros, up 0.9%. Spain rose by 6.76% to 0.18169 million euros. Romania, Slovenia, Portugal, and Malta had minor shares, with Portugal's production declining steeply by 24.77%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in Italy, driven by continued high-performing strategies.
- Opportunities for France and Spain to expand their production to compete with Italy.
- Challenges for Portugal due to recent declines, possibly requiring strategies for revival.
- The need for collective European efforts to enhance sustainability in golden grey mullet fisheries to ensure long-term viability.
Top countries in Fresh Golden Grey Mullet Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,054,300 | 2023 | +31.88% | +52.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 259,210 | 2023 | +24.59% | +0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 181,690 | 2023 | +11.03% | +6.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6,330 | 2023 | -24.46% | +1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 3,350 | 2023 | +58.38% | -4.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 1,400 | 2023 | -88.65% | -24.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 853.27 | 2023 | -55.51% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 145.72 | 2022 | -80.91% | -21.02% | View data |
