In 2023, Netherlands led European fresh squid capture fisheries with a substantial share, followed by Spain and Portugal. Notable year-on-year shifts included a strong increase in the Netherlands (18.65%) and Portugal (12.02%), while Italy saw a significant decline of 23.62%. Other countries exhibited modest changes, with Greece and Denmark experiencing minimal reductions. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate for these countries varied, reflecting different growth dynamics across regions.
Future trends to watch in European fresh squid production include:
- Potential shifts in demand driven by culinary trends and consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood.
- The impact of regulatory changes and environmental conditions on squid populations and fishery outputs.
- Technological advancements in fishing practices that could alter capture efficiency and production volume.
Top countries in Fresh European Squid Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 45.97 | 2023 | +0.54% | +18.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.93 | 2023 | -1.33% | -7.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 12.96 | 2023 | -0.089% | +12.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 10.76 | 2023 | -0.43% | -5.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.44 | 2023 | -22.51% | -23.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.9 | 2023 | -24.09% | +8.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 0.2 | 2023 | +3.52% | +9.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 0.19 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.16 | 2023 | -2.3% | +0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.013 | 2023 | +172.55% | +31.45% | View data |
