European Whole Fresh European Flying Squid production for human consumption in 2023 showed diverse trends across countries. Italy and Ireland led with significant production shares, recording values of 43.43 and 30.72 metric tons respectively. Italy saw a 24.13% increase over the previous year, while Ireland increased by 13.25%. In contrast, Spain experienced a decline of 22.11%, continuing a negative trend. Sweden and Portugal remained stable, while Norway faced a sharp 27.74% decrease.
Future trends to watch include an expected increase in Italy's production share, driven by strong domestic demand, while Spain may face continued challenges unless investments in sustainable practices are made. Ireland is likely to maintain a steady growth, aided by favorable fishing conditions.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Flying Squid Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 43.43 | 2023 | -2.11% | +24.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 30.72 | 2023 | -1.29% | +13.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 21.06 | 2023 | -13.99% | -22.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 3.05 | 2021 | +107.09% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 0.62 | 2023 | +963.62% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 0.59 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 0.21 | 2023 | +11.76% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.058 | 2023 | +3.29% | -27.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.023 | 2022 | View data |
