The Netherlands leads European plaice production with a 34.57% share, followed by Denmark at 30.5%, and Iceland at 18.11%. Smaller contributors include Belgium, the UK, and France. In 2023, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany saw declines of over 8%, while Norway increased by 14.71%. Overall, Norway and Iceland show growth potential, while other countries, especially France, Germany, and Poland, faced notable downturns.
Future trend considerations:
- Focus on sustainable practices could impact production methods.
- Changing consumer preferences may shift demand away from traditional fish species.
- Economic and environmental policies in key countries could influence competitive dynamics and production levels.
Top countries in Total European Plaice Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 34.57 | 2023 | +3.58% | -8.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 30.5 | 2023 | -4.02% | -4.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 18.11 | 2023 | +9.64% | +8.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.11 | 2023 | +50.6% | -8.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 5.18 | 2023 | -0.029% | -0.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.04 | 2023 | -7.21% | -14.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 1.5 | 2023 | +7.08% | -10.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.95 | 2023 | +23.69% | +14.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.59 | 2023 | -2.23% | -4.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.25 | 2023 | +1.26% | -13.89% | View data |
