The European fresh molluscs production in capture fisheries for human consumption shows significant variability across countries. In 2023, France led the market with 78.93 thousand metric tons despite a decline of 5.65% year-on-year. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands followed, with the latter experiencing a substantial growth of 29.35%. Italy and Spain showed contrasting trends, with Italy declining by 4.21% while Spain grew by 7.08%. Other notable performances include Denmark's 25.19% increase and a significant reduction in Bulgaria of 7.61% and Romania by 17.32%. Notably, Belgium saw a positive change of 7.26%, while Germany remained stable.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems, regulatory changes affecting capture fisheries, and technological advancements in fishing methods. The shift toward sustainable fishing practices and increasing consumer demand for local and fresh seafood are likely to influence production patterns across Europe. Additionally, geopolitical factors and trade policies could alter the landscape of molluscs production and distribution within the EU and beyond.
Top countries in Fresh Molluscs Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 78,930 | 2023 | -12.77% | -5.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 50,050 | 2023 | -0.62% | +1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 37,150 | 2023 | +22.51% | +29.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 33,600 | 2023 | +5.25% | -4.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 29,370 | 2023 | -7.04% | +7.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 14,610 | 2023 | +2% | +0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 8,600 | 2023 | -12.61% | +25.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,850 | 2023 | +3.07% | -5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 2,780 | 2023 | +1.97% | -7.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2,580 | 2023 | +0.76% | -17.32% | View data |
