In 2023, Italy led European fresh flying squid capture for human consumption, representing 43.03 metric tons. Ireland followed with 30.44 metric tons, while Spain produced 21.35 metric tons. Iceland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Portugal, Denmark, and Norway produced less, collectively under 5 metric tons. Notably, Italy and Ireland saw substantial increases of 24.13% and 13.25% respectively. Spain experienced a significant decline of 21.76%, while Norway's production shrunk by 41.08%. Stable outputs came from Sweden and Portugal. The 5-year CAGR suggested moderate fluctuations reflecting diverse national strategies in marine resource management.
Future trends may include increased focusing on sustainable practices, technological advancements in capture methods, and shifts toward optimally balancing squid yields with ecological preservation goals.
Top countries in Fresh European Flying Squid Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 43.03 | 2023 | -2.11% | +24.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 30.44 | 2023 | -1.29% | +13.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 21.35 | 2023 | -12.01% | -21.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 3.02 | 2021 | +107.09% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 0.62 | 2023 | +963.62% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 0.58 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 0.21 | 2023 | +11.76% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.022 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Norway | 0.021 | 2023 | -62.75% | -41.08% | View data |
