The 2023 data shows Spain as the leading producer of frozen, dried, salted, or in brine molluscs in Europe, significantly outpacing other countries. The United Kingdom and Portugal follow, with Italy and France producing smaller volumes. Year-on-year growth was notable in Portugal and Iceland, owing to increases of over 8% and 15% respectively. Conversely, Greece and Bulgaria experienced significant declines. The year-on-year variations indicate Portugal's rapid growth, while Greece sees a downturn. Over a five-year span, variations align with these trends, showing overall growth in major producing countries and declines in smaller ones.
Looking ahead, rising demand in Europe may drive increased production in key countries like Spain and Portugal. Sustainability concerns could influence production practices, and innovations in preservation methods might alter production and consumption dynamics across the continent. Observing these trends will be essential for understanding future growth trajectories and market developments.
Top countries in Sold Production of Frozen, Dried, Salted or In Brine Molluscs by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 121,500,000 | 2023 | +4.67% | +3.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 16,839,000 | 2023 | +3.8% | +2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 10,634,000 | 2023 | +8.19% | +8.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8,380,200 | 2023 | -9.61% | +5.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4,505,700 | 2023 | -1.72% | +0.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 3,697,500 | 2023 | -1.9% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1,914,500 | 2023 | -31.28% | -17.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 1,368,900 | 2023 | +34.79% | +15.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1,247,300 | 2023 | -1.39% | +3.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 583,290 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.04% | View data |
