The production value of fresh scallops and pectens in capture fisheries in France has seen notable fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. From 2013's €75.36 million, the value dipped to €63.99 million in 2014 but steadily regained, peaking at €172.34 million in 2018. Post-2018, it sharply declined to approximately €89.69 million in 2019, remaining relatively stable until another increase in 2021 to €105.56 million. By 2023, the production value was €124.95 million, although it marked a 5.51% reduction from the previous year. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 sits at a negative 6.23%.
Future trends indicate a moderate growth trajectory from 2023 onwards, with the production value projected to reach €152.0 million by 2028. This reflects a 5-year growth rate of 16.51%, translating to an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 3.1%. Key factors to monitor include environmental policies affecting fisheries, technological advancements in capture methods, and market demand shifts due to dietary trends.
