In 2023, Spain led global exports of prepared or preserved mussels with $44.459 million, followed by Denmark and New Zealand with $24.027 million and $6.2808 million, respectively. Latvia exhibited substantial growth with an 81.97% increase, while Spain saw a 9.5% rise. In contrast, Germany's exports decreased by 5.06%, and Australia and Poland showed significant declines of 18.68% and 16.88%, respectively. Over the last five years, the markets have shown moderate growth with noticeable volatility among top exporters.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increases in export values for countries demonstrating recent growth, such as Latvia and the United States.
- The sustainability and environmental impact of mussel production affecting consumer demand and trade policies.
- Technological advancements in preservation and packaging enhancing quality and shelf-life.
Top countries in Prepared or Preserved Mussels Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 44,459,000 | 2023 | +8.06% | +9.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 24,027,000 | 2023 | +4.29% | -0.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 6,280,800 | 2023 | +3.13% | +3.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5,456,500 | 2023 | +0.32% | -5.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5,421,200 | 2023 | +3.41% | +6.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4,488,700 | 2023 | +1.32% | +5.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Russia | 2,148,200 | 2023 | +3.76% | +18.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 2,114,900 | 2023 | +14.78% | +81.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Thailand | 1,543,100 | 2023 | +3.85% | +3.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 410,940 | 2023 | +8.63% | +27.49% | View data |
