In 2023, Portugal led European whole fresh wreckfish production with 100.86 metric tons, followed by Spain and Greece with 37.25 and 27.13 metric tons, respectively. Although Portugal saw a 4.7% decline from the previous year, it remained the largest producer. Notable was the United Kingdom's 240.53% increase, while Cyprus rose by 70.32%, indicating emerging focus on wreckfish within these smaller players. Despite this, France experienced an 8.83% drop, reflecting potential challenges. Italy's production remained stable. Over the last five years, the overall trend shows fluctuating yet modest growth.
Future trends suggest increased competitiveness among smaller producing countries, with the UK, Ireland, and Cyprus potentially expanding their share. Sustainability concerns and regulatory environments will likely influence production patterns. Monitoring technological advancements in capture fisheries and shifts in consumer demand could provide further insights into the sector's trajectory.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Wreckfish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 100.86 | 2023 | -4.95% | -4.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 37.25 | 2023 | -24.81% | -2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 27.13 | 2023 | +105.53% | -6.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malta | 9.02 | 2023 | +4.39% | -5.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5 | 2023 | -45.65% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 France | 3.72 | 2023 | +28.16% | -8.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1.33 | 2023 | +0.32% | +240.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.058 | 2021 | +3.03% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.021 | 2023 | -88.71% | +70.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.017 | 2022 | -100% | -100% | View data |
