France dominated European Total Cuttlefish Production in 2023 with a share of 53.21 metric tons, reflecting a strong 8.06% increase year-on-year. Italy, despite being second, experienced a significant decline of 11.83%. Spain, the third largest, grew modestly by 2.13%, while the Netherlands saw a substantial increase of 41.57%. Greece and Belgium showed divergent trends, with the former decreasing by 8.66% and the latter gaining 8.01%. Noteworthy smaller producers like Portugal and Ireland had minimal fluctuations. Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate reflects these diverse movements across countries.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts driven by sustainability initiatives, climate policies, and technological improvements in fishing techniques. The Netherlands' sharp increase suggests potential growth areas. France's continued dominance could be tested by these evolving factors, while Italy might seek recovery strategies.
Top countries in Total Cuttlefish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 53.21 | 2023 | +0.81% | +8.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.77 | 2023 | -11.45% | -11.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.56 | 2023 | +1.93% | +2.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7.22 | 2023 | -1.16% | +41.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 6.43 | 2023 | -6.39% | -8.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.22 | 2023 | -21.83% | +8.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.78 | 2023 | +4.73% | +2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.81 | 2023 | +5.5% | -3.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.44 | 2023 | -19% | -2.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.071 | 2023 | +52.52% | -0.72% | View data |
