In 2023, the United Kingdom and Denmark lead European fresh cockle production, capturing 9.3 and 9.14 thousand metric tons respectively. Notably, Denmark saw a remarkable 34.36% growth from the previous year. France and Ireland also experienced growth, with increases of 6.11% and 9.27% respectively. Conversely, Portugal and Spain saw declines of 5.5% and 7.22%, indicating a downturn in production capacity. Over the past five years, these countries face varying competitive pressures, highlighted by fluctuating year-on-year growth rates.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in sustainable fishing and climate change impacts, which could reshape production dynamics. Monitoring regulatory developments and market demand shifts will be crucial for countries aiming to enhance or sustain cockle production levels.
Top countries in Fresh Cockle Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 9,300 | 2023 | +1.24% | +2.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 9,140 | 2023 | +2.25% | +34.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 2,870 | 2023 | +176.21% | -5.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,040 | 2023 | -14.06% | -7.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 802.7 | 2023 | +6.23% | +6.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 368.58 | 2023 | +3.43% | +9.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 348.9 | 2022 | +75.23% | View data |
