The analysis of European total mollusc production in capture fisheries reveals that in 2023, France achieved the highest output, followed by the United Kingdom and Spain. Notably, Spain and the Netherlands showed significant year-on-year increases of 9.27% and 29.25%, respectively, indicating a robust growth trajectory. Conversely, Romania, Norway, and Cyprus faced substantial declines of 19.34%, 13.91%, and 18.45%, respectively, suggesting challenges in maintaining their production levels.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The potential for continued expansion in Spain and the Netherlands as they capitalize on favorable conditions and policies.
- The ability of countries with declining production, like Romania and Norway, to innovate and improve their capture techniques to reverse recent downturns.
- The impact of climate change and regional fisheries management policies on the sustainability and output of mollusc fisheries across Europe.
Top countries in Total Molluscs Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 85,120 | 2023 | -6.22% | -4.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 62,420 | 2023 | -0.83% | +0.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 54,750 | 2023 | -2.74% | +9.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 37,130 | 2023 | +22.08% | +29.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 36,870 | 2023 | +3.25% | -2.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 34,560 | 2023 | +7.21% | -3.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 14,700 | 2023 | +2.58% | +0.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,650 | 2022 | -7.99% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 2,780 | 2023 | +1.97% | -7.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2,580 | 2023 | -10.96% | -19.34% | View data |
