In 2023, the Netherlands led European squid production with significant growth, accounting for 48.1 metric tons, reflecting a 19.21% year-on-year increase. Spain followed with 19.12 metric tons, despite a decline of 7.54%. Portugal and Greece also contributed significantly, showing contrasting trends; Portugal grew by 12.01% while Greece declined slightly by 1.7%. Italy faced a notable drop of 23.62%, indicating shifting dynamics in squid capture fisheries. Other countries exhibited mixed performance with minor shares.
Future trends to watch for European squid production include:
- Netherlands maintaining or increasing its leading share in the market.
- Potential recovery and growth in Spain and Italy's production.
- Increasing influence of smaller producers like Cyprus and Croatia, leveraging growth opportunities.
- Environmental regulations and sustainable practices impacting production scales.
Top countries in Total European Squid Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 48.1 | 2023 | +1.58% | +19.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.12 | 2023 | -1.24% | -7.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 12.44 | 2023 | -0.15% | +12.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 10.15 | 2023 | -2.66% | -1.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.17 | 2023 | -22.51% | -23.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.84 | 2023 | -24.09% | +8.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 0.19 | 2023 | +15.59% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 0.19 | 2023 | +3.52% | +9.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 0.18 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.16 | 2023 | -2.3% | +0.94% | View data |
