In 2023, Spain led European fresh stony sea-urchin production, capturing 619.58 metric tons, followed by Portugal with 394.19 metric tons. Notably, Croatia experienced a significant increase of 141.95%, reaching 231.81 metric tons. France and Malta had modest gains of 4.85% and 42.45%, respectively, with Malta's production being minimal. Italy remained largely unchanged. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests overall stability, but variations indicate potential growth opportunities particularly in Croatia and Malta.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes affecting harvest quotas, investment in sustainable fishing practices, and market demand shifts driven by growing consumer preferences for fresh stony sea-urchins across Europe. Additionally, countries like Portugal and Croatia may continue to expand, driven by increased investment and favorable environmental conditions.
Top countries in Fresh Stony Sea-Urchin Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 619.58 | 2023 | +1.88% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 394.19 | 2023 | +15.4% | +25.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 231.81 | 2023 | +35.72% | +141.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 110.5 | 2023 | -10.45% | +4.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 0.14 | 2023 | +28.44% | +42.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.1 | 2022 | -99.61% | View data |
