The European Tails Fresh Shellfish Production for Human Consumption is dominated by Ireland and the United Kingdom, contributing significantly to the regional output. In 2023, Ireland held the largest share, followed by the UK. Notably, Belgium and Portugal exhibited substantial year-over-year growth, while France, Iceland, and Spain experienced stark declines. Over the last five years, Belgium and Portugal are seeing positive growth trends, whereas France and Iceland face contractions.
Looking ahead, shifts in consumer preferences toward sustainable and locally sourced seafood could impact shellfish production. Moreover, geopolitical and climate-related factors may alter production dynamics, inevitably affecting these trends.
Top countries in Tails Fresh Shellfish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 50.38 | 2023 | +2.88% | +3.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 41.31 | 2023 | -1.18% | +3.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 2.78 | 2023 | +18.86% | -15.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 2.53 | 2023 | +5.93% | +1.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 0.99 | 2023 | -20.93% | +6.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 0.93 | 2023 | +87.46% | +20.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 0.65 | 2023 | +5.72% | +0.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.19 | 2023 | -10.17% | +20.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 0.12 | 2023 | +204.22% | -4.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.077 | 2023 | -76.09% | -32.82% | View data |
