As of 2023, Spain leads European production of fresh squids, cuttlefishes, and octopuses in capture fisheries, contributing significantly with 26.32 thousand metric tons. France and Italy are notable contributors, with values of 16.06 and 9.72 thousand metric tons, respectively. Year-on-year variations indicate a rising production in Spain by 12.48% and a significant 15.71% increase in the Netherlands. Conversely, Italy and Greece faced declines of 14.02% and 5.2%, respectively. Iceland exhibited the highest surge, with an 85.84% increase, albeit from a smaller base.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Spain and the Netherlands, potentially driven by sustainable fishing practices and increasing demand for seafood. Conversely, nations with declining trends, such as Italy, may need to explore innovations or policy changes to boost production.
Top countries in Fresh Squids, Cuttlefishes, Octopuses Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 26,320 | 2023 | +4.49% | +12.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 16,060 | 2023 | -29.44% | +1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9,720 | 2023 | -1.96% | -14.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 9,720 | 2023 | +1.99% | +5.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 7,830 | 2023 | -15.83% | +2.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 5,130 | 2023 | +0.073% | -5.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,250 | 2023 | -19.4% | +15.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,380 | 2023 | -35.53% | +5.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 666.56 | 2023 | +0.15% | -2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 212.04 | 2023 | +48.38% | +15.47% | View data |
