In 2023, the Netherlands led European fresh squid production, contributing significantly with an 18.65% increase. Spain and Greece saw declines, with Spain decreasing by 7.57% and Greece by 5.36%. Portugal and Croatia showed growth, at 12.05% and 8.18%, respectively. Italy experienced a substantial drop of 23.62%. Smaller producers like Sweden and Cyprus saw notable growth of 31.45% and 9.27%, despite their smaller volumes.
Future trends point to potential increases in production from emerging players like Sweden. Innovations in sustainable fishing practices and climate change effects could reshape the competitive dynamics, with opportunities for both large and small-scale producers across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh European Squid Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 46.9 | 2023 | +0.54% | +18.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.54 | 2023 | -1.33% | -7.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 12.75 | 2023 | +0.055% | +12.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 10.55 | 2023 | -0.43% | -5.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.32 | 2023 | -22.51% | -23.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.88 | 2023 | -24.09% | +8.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 0.2 | 2023 | +3.52% | +9.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 0.19 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.16 | 2023 | -2.3% | +0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.012 | 2023 | +172.55% | +31.45% | View data |
