The United Kingdom leads European production with 62.94 thousand metric tons. Italy (33.6) and France (32.25) follow. Spain (27.86) and the Netherlands (22.88) show significant volumes, with the latter displaying the highest year-on-year increase at 35.37%. Conversely, France and Romania experienced substantial declines, at -13.96% and -17.32% respectively. Denmark marked a notable growth of 27.52%, while Sweden had a modest uptick at 2.44%.
Future Trends to Watch
Looking ahead, monitoring sustainability practices, the implementation of new fishing regulations, and potential impacts of climate change on molluscs' habitats will be crucial. Additionally, advancements in aquaculture techniques and shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood could reshape the industry landscape.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Molluscs Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 62,940 | 2023 | -0.57% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 33,600 | 2023 | +5.25% | -4.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 32,250 | 2023 | -25.57% | -13.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 27,860 | 2023 | +1.26% | +12.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 22,880 | 2023 | +15.46% | +35.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 14,530 | 2023 | +1.54% | +0.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 9,430 | 2023 | +2.72% | +27.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,820 | 2023 | +3.07% | -5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2,920 | 2023 | +0.76% | -17.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2,790 | 2023 | +2.37% | -7.53% | View data |
