In 2023, Portugal led the European whole fresh octopus production in capture fisheries with the highest market share in value, followed closely by Spain and Italy. France exhibited a significant increase from the previous years, while Greece saw minimal growth. Meanwhile, Cyprus and the Netherlands experienced substantial variance. Over the past five years, production values have fluctuated, with notable growth in France and decreases in Spain and Cyprus.
Looking forward, the European octopus market may be influenced by changing consumer preferences, regulatory pressures, and climate impacts on marine ecosystems. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding future production shifts across different countries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Octopus Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 27.38 | 2023 | -3.05% | +4.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 26.92 | 2023 | -9.59% | -0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 18.77 | 2023 | -2.05% | -0.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 14.28 | 2023 | +1.83% | +0.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 13.38 | 2023 | +9.11% | +26.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 0.8 | 2023 | -13.09% | +9.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 0.028 | 2023 | +49.64% | -8.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.001 | 2023 | +11.78% | +28.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0 | 2023 | View data |
