In 2023, the United Kingdom led European whelk production, amounting to 16.71 thousand metric tons, marking a 3.27% increase from the previous year. France followed at 10.68 thousand metric tons but experienced a decline of 6.59%. Ireland reached 5.37 thousand metric tons, with no specific growth data. Norway, showing modest growth at 1.43%, produced 0.3755 thousand metric tons. The Netherlands observed a 5.58% increase, while Iceland declined by 9.8% to 0.11646 thousand metric tons. Denmark, Belgium, and Sweden had varied results, with notable growth in Belgium at 10.59%, while Spain had a modest increase of 7.78%.
Looking ahead, the European fresh whelk industry may face challenges and opportunities, including sustainability concerns, climate change impacts, and fluctuating demand. Growth potential exists in countries with positive trends like Belgium and the Netherlands whilst others like France and Iceland should focus on recovery strategies to offset declining production. Policy changes in fisheries and advancements in sustainable practices could further influence production output and demand dynamics in the sector.
Top countries in Fresh Whelk Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 16,710 | 2023 | +0.53% | +3.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,680 | 2023 | +5.89% | -6.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 5,370 | 2022 | +16.29% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 375.5 | 2023 | +12.83% | +1.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 277.27 | 2023 | -3.02% | +5.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 116.46 | 2023 | -11.38% | -9.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 104.41 | 2023 | +5.79% | -18.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 64.5 | 2023 | -20.57% | +10.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.18 | 2023 | +219.29% | +4.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.16 | 2023 | +45.45% | +7.78% | View data |
