In 2023, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands were the top producers of fresh clams, cockles, and arkshells in Europe, with Italy leading at 62.336 million euros. The United Kingdom exhibited the most significant growth year-on-year at 13.48%, and Denmark experienced a notable 30.38% increase. Negative growth was observed in Greece, Bulgaria, and Slovenia, with Slovenia showing the steepest decline at 17.76%. Despite Spain's substantial output, it saw a slight decrease of 1.23%.
Future trends to watch include increasing consumer demand for sustainable seafood, which could drive innovation and investment in eco-friendly capture methods. Additionally, climate change impacts and regulatory changes on quotas and fishing waters may significantly influence European production trends. Monitoring advancements in aquaculture could also present new opportunities or competition for traditional capture fisheries.
Top countries in Fresh Clams, Cockles and Arkshells Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 62,336,000 | 2023 | -0.41% | +5.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 42,792,000 | 2023 | +8.18% | -1.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 33,183,000 | 2023 | -12.75% | +7.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 16,218,000 | 2023 | +11.48% | +3.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 13,809,000 | 2023 | +4.54% | +13.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 10,959,000 | 2023 | -4.68% | +4.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 5,318,900 | 2023 | -2.74% | +30.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3,685,900 | 2023 | -0.71% | -13.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1,500,500 | 2023 | +43.23% | -2.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1,361,200 | 2023 | +25.57% | +2.44% | View data |
