As of 2023, France leads European scallops and pectens production at 41.5 thousand metric tons, followed by the UK with 25.08 thousand metric tons. Ireland and Spain trail significantly behind. Over recent years, France experienced a 9.15% decline, the UK a 1.86% decline, while Spain saw an 8.9% increase. Notably, the Netherlands increased by 15.71%, and Malta by 4%.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in smaller markets like Sweden, where production increased by 175.44%. Sustainable fishing practices and fluctuating market demands could influence production, with Brexit potentially affecting the UK's industry dynamics.
Top countries in Total Scallops and Pectens Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 41,500 | 2023 | -14.73% | -9.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 25,080 | 2023 | -2.44% | -1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 1,650 | 2022 | -4.13% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 502.6 | 2023 | -11.79% | +8.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 393.1 | 2023 | -1.16% | +0.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 358.4 | 2023 | -16.26% | -2.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 326.48 | 2023 | -15.06% | -10.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 61.98 | 2023 | +2.45% | -8.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 45 | 2021 | +2020% | -42.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 22.11 | 2023 | -62.65% | +15.71% | View data |
