In 2023, Spain dominated the European sold production of frozen, dried, salted, or in brine molluscs, representing 68.03% of the share. The United Kingdom followed with 9.43%, with Portugal and Italy trailing at 5.95% and 4.69% respectively. Notable year-on-year variations included Portugal's substantial 8.12% increase and Iceland's 15.97% growth. Conversely, Belgium and Bulgaria saw notable declines of 22.71% and 15.16% respectively. Over the past five years, trends have generally shown stability, with some countries experiencing periodic fluctuations in production volume.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in processing and sustainability practices, which may affect production volume distribution. Additionally, shifts in consumer preferences towards more diverse mollusc types and preparation methods could alter market shares across countries. Volatility in global trade policies and environmental regulations are also likely to impact future production trends in the European mollusc market.
Top countries in Sold Production of Frozen, Dried, Salted or In Brine Molluscs Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 68.03 | 2023 | +4.67% | +3.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 9.43 | 2023 | +3.8% | +2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 5.95 | 2023 | +8.19% | +8.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4.69 | 2023 | -9.61% | +5.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2.52 | 2023 | -1.72% | +0.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 2.07 | 2023 | -1.9% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1.07 | 2023 | -31.28% | -17.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 0.77 | 2023 | +34.79% | +15.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.7 | 2023 | -1.39% | +3.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.33 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.04% | View data |
