In 2023, Spain led European Stony Sea-Urchin production with 619.58 metric tons, closely followed by Portugal and Croatia, producing 394.19 and 231.81 metric tons respectively. France stood at 102.5 metric tons, while Malta and Italy produced negligible amounts at 0.14 and 0.1 metric tons. Over the past year, Portugal and Croatia showed significant increases of 25.64% and 141.95% respectively, indicating robust growth. Spain showed a modest rise of 0.94%, while France remained steady with no variation. As a minor player, Malta saw a surge of 42.45% despite low production. Projected trends for the European Sea-Urchin market suggest:
- An increasing focus on sustainable fisheries and regulatory measures.
- Technological advancements improving harvest efficiency.
- Potential impacts of climate change affecting sea-urchin populations.
- Growing consumer demand across European markets promoting industry expansion.
Top countries in Total Stony Sea-Urchin Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 619.58 | 2023 | +1.88% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 394.19 | 2023 | +15.4% | +25.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 231.81 | 2023 | +35.72% | +141.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 102.5 | 2023 | -16.94% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 0.14 | 2023 | +28.44% | +42.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.1 | 2022 | -99.61% | View data |
