In 2023, Portugal led European octopus production with 5.34 thousand metric tons, followed closely by Spain and Italy. Notable growth was observed in France with a 13.34% year-on-year increase. Portugal increased slightly while Croatia also saw a moderate 5.5% rise. Conversely, Cyprus experienced the steepest decline at 14.78%, and Spain and Italy saw decreases as well. Despite its small base, the Netherlands saw a significant year-on-year increase. Over the past five years, the region has experienced varied growth patterns, with a mix of upward trends in some nations and contractions in others.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in capture fisheries, potential shifts in octopus populations due to climate change, and changes in regulatory frameworks across European countries. Furthermore, consumer demand for sustainable seafood is likely to influence hunting practices and market dynamics.
Top countries in Total Octopus Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 5,340 | 2023 | -7.18% | +1.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 5,160 | 2023 | -18.19% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,510 | 2023 | +0.89% | -1.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 2,280 | 2022 | -2.97% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,660 | 2023 | -38.15% | +13.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 138.32 | 2023 | +1.21% | +5.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 4.9 | 2023 | +16.34% | -14.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.9 | 2023 | +124.5% | +37.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.007 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.006 | 2023 | View data |
