In 2023, France led the European production of abalones, winkles, and conchs with a value of 33.924 million euros, despite a slight decline of 0.17% from the previous year. The United Kingdom and Ireland followed, showing robust growth of 6.06% and 9.96%, respectively. Notably, Portugal and Slovenia experienced significant increases of 12.1% and 31.31%. In contrast, Romania, Bulgaria, and Denmark faced the largest drops, with their production decreasing by 11.27%, 13.4%, and 19.88%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates moderate growth in these fisheries sectors in various countries.
Future trends to watch include an increasing focus on sustainable fishing practices and potential impacts from environmental regulations. As climate change affects marine biodiversity, shifts in species distribution might influence production volumes across European countries. Economic conditions, such as inflation and trade policies, will also play a critical role in shaping the market dynamics for abalones, winkles, and conchs.
Top countries in Total Abalones, Winkles and Conchs Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 33,924,000 | 2023 | -5.15% | -0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 30,807,000 | 2023 | +3.53% | +6.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 11,810,000 | 2023 | +5.42% | +9.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7,878,500 | 2023 | -10.91% | -2.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 1,758,300 | 2023 | +7.13% | -11.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 1,579,600 | 2023 | -4.31% | +12.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,312,600 | 2023 | -9.63% | -2.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 989,530 | 2023 | +13.14% | -13.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 516,290 | 2023 | +12.26% | +1.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 235,950 | 2023 | +5.94% | +3.55% | View data |
