In 2023, France and Italy led European production of fresh cuttlefish for human consumption, with France at €42.649 million and Italy at €40.628 million. Spain and Greece followed, while smaller players included Portugal and the Netherlands. Notably, the Netherlands showed strong growth with a 36.42% increase, whereas Cyprus experienced a significant decline of 32.79%. Overall, production trends were mixed with both growth and decline seen across countries.
Future trends to watch for in European fresh cuttlefish production include:
- Potential shifts in market leadership due to varying growth trends.
- Impact of sustainable fishing policies and regulations.
- Technological advancements and their influence on capture efficiency.
- Consumer preference shifts potentially affecting demand and pricing.
Top countries in Fresh Cuttlefish Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 42,649,000 | 2023 | +5.61% | +4.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 40,628,000 | 2023 | +2.11% | -4.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 16,829,000 | 2023 | +2.57% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 8,378,300 | 2023 | +1.17% | -3.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 5,429,200 | 2023 | +1.96% | +1.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5,273,800 | 2023 | +6.38% | +36.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3,225,700 | 2023 | -36.27% | -0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 555,140 | 2023 | +5.82% | -4.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 523,100 | 2023 | -26.33% | -0.088% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 34,940 | 2023 | -9.08% | +23.16% | View data |
