In 2023, France led in the European Fresh Great Atlantic Scallop production, with a value of 121.72 million euros, despite a 5.95% decline. The United Kingdom followed at 70.228 million euros with a slight 0.87% drop, while Ireland saw a significant 7.73% decrease to 4.3221 million euros. Norway, Belgium, and Spain also experienced declines. Notably, the Netherlands showed a substantial increase of 40.3%, whereas Sweden saw a dramatic 77.9% rise, albeit from a low base. Greece's output slightly decreased by 4.57%.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in fishing practices to increase efficiency and sustainability, potential impacts of regulatory changes, and the need for diversification in markets to mitigate any political or economic uncertainties affecting the industry.
Top countries in Fresh Great Atlantic Scallop Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 121,720,000 | 2023 | -3.56% | -5.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 70,228,000 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 4,322,100 | 2023 | +189.34% | -7.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 1,112,900 | 2023 | +4.08% | -5.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 982,210 | 2023 | -24.33% | -0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 371,620 | 2023 | +28.95% | -6.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 145,790 | 2023 | -33.3% | +40.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 15,250 | 2023 | -0.94% | -4.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 146.49 | 2023 | +9.73% | +77.9% | View data |
