In 2023, Croatia led European gutted fresh finfish production for human consumption, with a value of 12.35 thousand euros per metric ton, followed closely by Malta, Lithuania, and Portugal. Notably, Lithuania and Portugal experienced significant year-on-year increases at 57.39% and 54.34%, respectively, while Norway and Bulgaria saw declines. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate for countries like Portugal and Lithuania indicates robust growth trends. Countries such as Germany and the United Kingdom demonstrated more stable performance with moderate increases.
Future trends to watch include environmental regulations impacting capture fisheries, technological advancements improving production efficiency, and market demand shifts driven by consumer preferences for sustainable and fresh products. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for evaluating potential shifts in production rankings and value changes among European countries.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Finfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Croatia | 12,350 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Malta | 11,230 | 2023 | -2.04% | +10.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 10,580 | 2023 | +34.73% | +57.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 10,010 | 2023 | -46.8% | +54.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 8,240 | 2023 | -6.3% | +10.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6,360 | 2023 | -6.01% | +4.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5,610 | 2023 | -7.35% | +3.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5,060 | 2023 | +1.64% | +2.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4,480 | 2023 | +10.38% | +14.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 4,210 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.24% | View data |
