The European fresh shellfish industry is dominated by Italy, France, and Spain, maintaining high production for human consumption. In 2023, Italy led with 365.43 million euros, followed by France and Spain. Italy and France saw slight production declines, whereas the Netherlands and Germany experienced significant growth at 15.84% and 21.76% respectively. The UK and Portugal showed moderate growth, while countries like Norway and Cyprus faced declines. Germany and Slovenia saw noteworthy year-on-year increases, while Iceland experienced a significant drop.
Future trends to watch include potential expansion in countries with recent growth, like the Netherlands and Germany. Environmental factors, regulatory changes, and sustainable fishing practices will significantly influence future shellfish production trends across Europe. Technological advancements in aquaculture may also drive efficiency and output in this sector.
Top countries in Fresh Shellfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 365,430,000 | 2023 | +7.12% | -3.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 344,010,000 | 2023 | -15.39% | -2.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 285,040,000 | 2023 | -0.9% | -1.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 236,150,000 | 2023 | +1.43% | +2.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 94,587,000 | 2023 | -0.36% | +15.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 91,603,000 | 2023 | -10.33% | +2.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 73,684,000 | 2023 | -0.71% | -1.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 49,108,000 | 2023 | -12.17% | +2.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 47,677,000 | 2023 | -1.44% | -6.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 14,794,000 | 2023 | -13.33% | -0.12% | View data |
