France leads European fresh shellfish production for human consumption with a 2023 value of 91.98 thousand metric tons. The United Kingdom and Italy follow, with 74.4 and 44.43 thousand metric tons, respectively. Notable year-on-year changes in 2023 include a 20.95% increase in the Netherlands and a 6.5% boost in Spain, whereas Iceland and Romania saw decreases of 14.31% and 17.32%, respectively, showcasing varied regional dynamics.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Potential increases in shellfish demands, driven by sustainable fishing and eco-friendly consumption habits.
- Technological advances in aquaculture could augment supply in countries with declining capture fisheries.
- Policy shifts in environmental regulations might impact production methods and outputs across the region.
Top countries in Fresh Shellfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 91,980 | 2023 | -11.1% | -5.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 74,400 | 2023 | -0.95% | +0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 44,430 | 2023 | -4.61% | -6.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 41,730 | 2023 | +1.94% | +6.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 36,300 | 2023 | +4.9% | +20.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 15,670 | 2023 | -4.92% | +11.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 15,610 | 2023 | -1.74% | +0.019% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 12,040 | 2023 | +0.08% | -3.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 5,570 | 2023 | -17.8% | -14.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2,780 | 2023 | +1.93% | -7.61% | View data |
