In 2023, Spain led European whole fresh stony sea-urchin production with a total market value of approximately 6.73 million euros, marking a year-on-year growth of 10.18%. Portugal showed remarkable growth, achieving a significant increase of 51.66% from the previous year. France's production value remained steady with no annual variation, while Croatia experienced substantial growth at 145.59%. Italy's production value remained unchanged, while Malta showed an impressive growth of 100.9% year-on-year.
Future trends to watch in European whole fresh stony sea-urchin production include:
- Potential for increased production and capture fisheries development in underrepresented Mediterranean countries.
- Expansion strategies aligned with sustainable fishing practices to mitigate environmental impacts.
- Opportunities for market diversification and value-added innovations to capture premium market segments.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Stony Sea-Urchin Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 6,733,400 | 2023 | -4.1% | +10.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 1,623,300 | 2023 | +24.17% | +51.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,433,600 | 2023 | -9.89% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 559,630 | 2023 | +37.59% | +145.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 202,150 | 2023 | +26850% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Malta | 23,820 | 2023 | +28.2% | +100.9% | View data |
