The European shellfish production landscape in 2023 was led by the United Kingdom, followed by France and Norway. Key observations include notable growth in Norway and Spain with 10.84% and 7.49% increases respectively. The UK's slight 1.07% growth contrasts with declines in major contributors like France and Italy, down by 4.23% and 7.91%, respectively. Smaller countries such as Romania and Cyprus experienced significant drops, aligning with the overall downward trend in several regions.
Future trends to watch involve the potential recovery in declining markets like Italy and France, driven by sustainable fishing practices and technology adoption. Expansion in emerging markets and increased demand in northern countries could further shift Europe's shellfish production dynamics.
Top countries in Total Shellfish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 113,070 | 2023 | -0.63% | +1.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 96,960 | 2023 | -6.94% | -4.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 81,490 | 2023 | -19.63% | +10.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 70,980 | 2023 | -0.3% | +7.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 44,560 | 2023 | -1.6% | -3.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 43,580 | 2023 | -8.2% | -7.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 43,360 | 2023 | -10.88% | +2.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 14,610 | 2023 | -8.29% | -1.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 13,590 | 2023 | +46.28% | -2.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 12,590 | 2023 | -6.55% | -8.03% | View data |
