The United Kingdom leads European whole fresh shellfish production in capture fisheries with a 33.33% share, followed by France (14.65%) and Italy (13.7%). The UK saw a slight growth of 1.25% in 2023, while France and Italy experienced declines of 9.17% and 6.84%, respectively. Notably, the Netherlands increased its production by 29.24% in 2023, while Germany posted a significant 76.33% growth. Spain's production climbed by 8.33%, and Denmark saw a 13.25% uptick. Conversely, Iceland and Romania had substantial decreases of 14.21% and 17.32% each.
Future trends to monitor include the potential influence of environmental policies on shellfish sustainability, climate change impacts, and trade dynamics post-Brexit. Technological advancements in aquaculture and capture fisheries may drive shifts in production shares, and the economic landscape could affect investment and consumption patterns in key markets.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Shellfish Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 33.33 | 2023 | -0.3% | +1.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.65 | 2023 | -5.42% | -9.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 13.7 | 2023 | -4.61% | -6.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11.36 | 2023 | +1.18% | +8.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.67 | 2023 | +12.74% | +29.24% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 5.16 | 2023 | +3.44% | +13.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.87 | 2023 | -0.78% | -0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.71 | 2023 | +0.08% | -3.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 1.68 | 2023 | -18.34% | -14.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.91 | 2023 | +8.32% | -6.48% | View data |
