In 2023, the United Kingdom led European fresh cockle production in capture fisheries with a value of millions of euros, followed by Spain and Denmark. Looking at year-on-year variations, Ireland and Denmark showed substantial growth, increasing by 32.28% and 30.49% respectively. Conversely, France and Portugal experienced significant declines at -15.04% and -8.08%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the preceding five years reveals stable growth trends with the United Kingdom leading the sector.
Looking forward, potential future trends include:
- Environmental regulations and their impact on production levels.
- Technological advancements in capture methods, boosting efficiency.
- Changing consumer preferences toward sustainable and locally sourced seafood.
- Impact of climate change on coastal ecosystems affecting cockle habitats.
Top countries in Fresh Cockle Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 11,158,000 | 2023 | +2.63% | +9.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 7,066,700 | 2023 | +4.66% | -5.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 5,341,500 | 2023 | -2.33% | +30.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 2,967,400 | 2023 | +39.57% | -8.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 784,750 | 2023 | +1.41% | +32.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 681,740 | 2023 | -57.08% | -15.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 390,470 | 2022 | +96.74% | View data |
