The European fresh clams, cockles, and arkshells capture fisheries in 2023 showed varied performances across countries. The Netherlands led with a significant production increase, while Denmark also reported notable growth. In contrast, Portugal, Spain, Bulgaria, and Greece experienced declines, with Greece facing the most substantial drop. Minor fluctuations were seen in France and the United Kingdom, while countries like Norway and Slovenia saw sharp percentage changes, albeit from a smaller production base.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in market dynamics influenced by environmental regulations, consumer demand for sustainable fisheries, and climate change impacts. Monitoring these factors is crucial for predicting production trajectory in the European clam, cockle, and arkshell market.
Top countries in Fresh Clams, Cockles and Arkshells Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 31,330 | 2023 | +23.12% | +30.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16,960 | 2023 | -11.34% | +0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 11,310 | 2023 | +3.24% | +5.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 10,380 | 2023 | +8.1% | +37.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8,690 | 2023 | +1.73% | +0.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5,970 | 2023 | +27.03% | -3.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4,750 | 2023 | -13.87% | -3.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 465.71 | 2023 | +38.2% | -5.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 329.4 | 2023 | -3.91% | -14.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 113.72 | 2023 | +22.68% | -5.31% | View data |
