In 2023, the top producers of whole fresh European seabass in capture fisheries were France, Spain, and Portugal. France led with the highest production share, despite experiencing a 2.52% decline from the previous year. Spain and Portugal showed positive trends with increases of 7.08% and 3.13%, respectively. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom and Italy saw slight declines in production. The Netherlands recorded a notable increase of 9.13%. Over the past five years, several countries demonstrated consistent growth, with Malta showing the most substantial rise.
Future trends to watch include:
- Growth potential in Spain and the Netherlands due to recent positive trends.
- Technological advancements in capture fisheries to increase efficiency.
- Impacts of sustainability measures and environmental policies on production levels.
- Potential market shifts from traditional to emerging markets in Europe.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Seabass Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 52.14 | 2023 | -6.03% | -2.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.5 | 2023 | +2.95% | +7.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 9.61 | 2023 | +18.62% | +3.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 7.75 | 2023 | -7.99% | +4.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.73 | 2023 | -7.69% | -6.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.3 | 2023 | -0.95% | +9.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.58 | 2023 | -0.099% | -0.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.6 | 2023 | +0.28% | +4.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.3 | 2023 | +1% | +8.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.09 | 2023 | +135.7% | +6.58% | View data |
