The European whole fresh flying squid production in capture fisheries shows varying contributions by country. In 2023, Italy led with 37.79 metric tons, a 24.13% increase from the previous year. Ireland followed at 32.1 metric tons, experiencing a 17.47% growth. Spain saw a decline of 22.11%, producing 20.51 metric tons. Norway and Iceland had significant increases, with Norway at 6.67 metric tons (up 50.44%) and Iceland at 4.34 metric tons (up 85.67%). Sweden, Netherlands, Portugal, and Denmark contributed minimally, with Sweden and Portugal showing no growth.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in production from growing economies like Norway and Iceland. The sustainability of capture fisheries and regulatory environments could also impact production levels in the coming years.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Flying Squid Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 37.79 | 2023 | -2.11% | +24.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 32.1 | 2023 | +7.08% | +17.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 20.51 | 2023 | -13.99% | -22.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 6.67 | 2023 | +372.19% | +50.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 4.34 | 2023 | +5.41% | +85.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 0.54 | 2023 | +969% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.51 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.19 | 2023 | +11.76% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.02 | 2022 | View data |
