In 2023, Greece led in European Whole Fresh Mediterranean Mussel Production at 2.9k Euros per metric ton, followed by Spain and Croatia. Spain saw a remarkable year-on-year variation of 19.1%, indicating a significant growth surge. Croatia and Greece also noted positive growths of 6.09% and 6.58% respectively. Conversely, France, Romania, and Bulgaria experienced declines, with France down by 4.09% and Bulgaria by 3.98%. The 5-year CAGR trend will provide a comprehensive view of the industry's performance, emphasizing the differences in growth patterns across these countries over time.
Future trends to watch include Spain's potential to sustain its significant growth, possibly leading innovations in production efficiency. Monitoring Greece’s continued leadership and the bounce-back potential of countries like France and Romania will be crucial. Additionally, market dynamics such as environmental sustainability and regulatory changes may significantly impact production and export viability across these nations.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Mediterranean Mussel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 2,900 | 2023 | -1.94% | +6.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,290 | 2023 | +3.35% | +19.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 2,170 | 2023 | -9.71% | +6.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2,070 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 France | 1,330 | 2023 | -3.69% | -4.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1,280 | 2023 | -8.39% | -2.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 663.54 | 2023 | -21.82% | -3.98% | View data |
