The United Kingdom leads European whole fresh scallops and pectens production in capture fisheries, contributing significantly at 73.95 million Euros. It saw a slight decrease of 0.63% from 2023. France is the second-largest producer with 29.732 million Euros but faced a 23.61% year-on-year decline in 2023. Italy, Norway, Ireland, and Belgium showed moderate production levels below 3 million Euros, with Norway experiencing a 1.75% increase. Netherlands production soared by nearly 40%, signaling potential growth momentum. Unexpected declines are observed in Iceland and Croatia.
Looking forward, the European market is likely to experience fluctuations due to environmental and regulatory changes. The United Kingdom's leading role may face challenges from increasing sustainability demands and competition from technologically advanced fisheries in the Netherlands and Spain. Monitoring the impacts of climate change and sustainable fishing practices will be essential in predicting future trends. The decreasing trends in France may signify a market shift towards regions with favorable fishing conditions. Additionally, innovations in aquaculture and export demand will be key determinants of future production dynamics.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Scallops and Pectens Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 73,950,000 | 2023 | +0.72% | -0.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 29,732,000 | 2023 | -16.72% | -23.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,218,300 | 2023 | -37.33% | -3.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 1,981,900 | 2022 | -13.84% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 1,631,300 | 2023 | +18.21% | +1.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 946,440 | 2023 | -27.08% | -1.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 703,960 | 2023 | -6.14% | +6.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 396,820 | 2023 | +3.5% | -4.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 327,240 | 2023 | +10.27% | -7.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 143,670 | 2023 | -34.34% | +39.78% | View data |
