In 2023, Italy held the largest share in the European fresh clams, cockles, and arkshells capture fisheries market, followed by Spain and the Netherlands. Notably, the UK and Denmark experienced significant year-on-year growth, with Denmark increasing its share by a remarkable 30.36%. Conversely, Greece saw a sharp decline of 13.81%. Over a five-year period, Italy, Netherlands, and Portugal have shown consistent growth, while countries like Greece and Slovenia have trended downward.
Future trends to watch include the potential for growth in the Netherlands and Denmark due to their recent positive momentum. Additionally, monitoring the impact of environmental regulations and economic shifts on production and demand will be crucial for forecasting market dynamics. Emphasis on sustainable practices could further influence production shares across these European countries.
Top countries in Fresh Clams, Cockles and Arkshells Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 31.16 | 2023 | -0.41% | +5.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 21.39 | 2023 | +8.18% | -1.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 16.59 | 2023 | -12.75% | +7.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.88 | 2023 | +4.68% | +11.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 8.11 | 2023 | +11.48% | +3.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 3.89 | 2023 | -32.55% | -2.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.66 | 2023 | -2.8% | +30.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.84 | 2023 | -0.71% | -13.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.75 | 2023 | +43.23% | -2.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.68 | 2023 | +25.57% | +2.44% | View data |
