In 2023, the Netherlands led in European whole fresh mussels production, valued at 912.81 thousand euros, but experienced a slight decrease of 1.53%. The UK showed notable growth with a 19.78% increase, reaching 699.18 thousand euros. Romania and Greece followed with positive variations of 5.16% and 25.52%, respectively. Bulgaria recorded a significant rise of 92.04%, while Spain also saw a substantial gain of 77.62%. France increased slightly by 5.5%, whereas Portugal grew by 3.55%. Italy and Croatia were lower, with Croatia experiencing a 7.74% decline.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing production capabilities in the UK and Spain due to their recent growth spurts.
- Potential sustainability challenges in Bulgaria given its drastic increase.
- VARF DIancy of demand in traditional markets like the Netherlands.
- Impacts of global economic conditions on smaller markets like Portugal and Italy.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Mussels Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 912,810 | 2023 | +45.73% | -1.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 699,180 | 2023 | -3.25% | +19.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 624,140 | 2023 | -31.82% | +5.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 513,610 | 2023 | +11.22% | +25.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 190,810 | 2023 | +38.6% | +92.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 141,790 | 2023 | +146.45% | +5.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 108,180 | 2023 | +29.1% | +77.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 86,020 | 2023 | -5.28% | +3.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 37,950 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 29,990 | 2023 | +54.47% | -7.74% | View data |
