In 2023, Italy led European fresh Mediterranean mussel production in capture fisheries with a valuation of 1.2813 million euros. Greece followed at 0.57124 million euros, while Romania recorded 0.42555 million euros. France and Bulgaria showed close figures at 0.30868 and 0.30501 million euros, respectively. Spain saw a valuation of 0.14677 million euros, and Croatia trailed at 0.04632 million euros. Notable year-on-year changes in 2023 included a 25.52% rise in Greece and a significant 97.6% increase in Bulgaria. Spain also saw growth at 79.25%, while Croatia experienced a 7.74% drop.
Future trends to watch for European fresh Mediterranean mussel production in capture fisheries include:
- Potential increases in capture efficiency and aquaculture expansion in Italy and Greece, sustaining their leading positions.
- Continued rapid growth in Bulgaria with investments in production efficiency.
- Possible recovery or decline stabilization in Croatia through adaptation to market conditions and sustainable practices.
- Trade dynamics and policy changes impacting distribution channels, pricing, and tariff structures.
Top countries in Fresh Mediterranean Mussel Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,281,300 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Greece | 571,240 | 2023 | +11.22% | +25.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 425,550 | 2023 | -31.82% | +5.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 308,680 | 2023 | +117.7% | +7.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 305,010 | 2023 | +59.85% | +97.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 146,770 | 2023 | +42.66% | +79.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 46,320 | 2023 | +54.47% | -7.74% | View data |
