The European production of fresh big-scale sand smelt in capture fisheries exhibits varied trends across different countries. Slovenia leads with the highest value, showing a strong growth of 11.53% in 2023. Italy follows closely but with minimal growth at 0.62%, indicating stability. Croatia has increased by 4.61%, suggesting gradual improvement in their production. Spain's production declined by 2.15%, while France faced a sharp decrease of 21.21%, reflecting potential market or resource challenges.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential for Slovenia to maintain or increase its market dominance.
- Italy's capacity to sustain its steady growth.
- Croatia's possible continued growth trajectory.
- Efforts by Spain and France to stabilize or reverse their declining trends.
- Impact of environmental regulations and sustainability measures on production levels across these nations.
Top countries in Fresh Big-Scale Sand Smelt Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 8,630 | 2023 | +4.2% | +11.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 6,490 | 2023 | +1.38% | +0.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 5,280 | 2023 | +7.11% | +4.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 3,920 | 2023 | -7.63% | -2.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,300 | 2023 | +14.03% | -21.21% | View data |
