In 2023, Italy dominated the European total Mediterranean mussel production in capture fisheries with 617.8 metric tons, followed by Romania and Bulgaria at 309.85 and 306.61 metric tons respectively. Greece, France, and Spain demonstrated moderate volumes with 181.17, 162.5, and 44.28 metric tons respectively. Croatia showed a decrease, yielding just 25.9 metric tons. Year-on-year variations indicate significant growth in Bulgaria (89.78%) and Spain (40.7%) in 2023, whereas Croatia experienced a decline (-10.62%). Over the past five years, compound annual growth rates reflect robust growth in much of the sector.
Future trends to watch include potential growth driven by increasing demand for sustainable seafood and improvements in fishing technology. Climate change and policy regulations could impact production levels, diversifying market dynamics geographically. Monitoring ecological health and adapting to regulatory developments will be crucial for maintaining and enhancing production volumes across European countries.
Top countries in Total Mediterranean Mussel Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 617.8 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Romania | 309.85 | 2023 | -31.51% | +5.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 306.61 | 2023 | +36.38% | +89.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 181.17 | 2023 | +1.1% | +15.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 162.5 | 2023 | +58.5% | +4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 44.28 | 2023 | -4.77% | +40.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 25.9 | 2023 | +96.23% | -10.62% | View data |
