In 2023, Denmark led European mussel production, capturing over half of the market value, even though it experienced a decline of 5.26%. The Netherlands and the UK followed, with the UK showing a significant 26.72% growth. Greece and Spain also saw substantial increases of 25.52% and 76.36%, respectively. Bulgaria had a notable surge of 97.6%, indicating rapid growth. France faced a slight decline, while other countries like Romania and Portugal saw modest growth.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of climate change on mussel habitats and fisheries.
- Technological advancements in sustainable aquaculture practices.
- Regulatory changes affecting capture fisheries across Europe.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and local seafood.
Top countries in Total Mussels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 57.49 | 2023 | +9.07% | -5.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 14.28 | 2023 | +45.73% | -1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.63 | 2023 | +2.82% | +26.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 9.77 | 2023 | -31.82% | +5.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 8.04 | 2023 | +11.22% | +25.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 2.99 | 2023 | +59.85% | +97.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2.22 | 2023 | +50.68% | -5.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.69 | 2023 | +29.14% | +76.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.35 | 2023 | -5.28% | +3.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.74 | 2023 | +44.25% | +10.29% | View data |
