In 2023, Sweden led in European octopus production value at 15.62 thousand euros per metric ton, followed by Croatia and Greece. Croatia showed the highest year-on-year growth at 7.52%, alongside the Netherlands at 7.54%. There's a slight decline noted in Spain by 0.14%. Over the past five years, some countries demonstrate steady compound annual growth rates, with countries like Croatia showing robust performance.
A significant future trend is expected in the shift toward sustainable capture fisheries, with countries investing in eco-friendly practices and technologies. Climate change impacts and global demand will continue to shape production dynamics in these markets.
Top countries in Total Octopus Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 15,620 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Croatia | 11,430 | 2023 | +3.41% | +7.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 10,070 | 2022 | +19.72% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9,070 | 2023 | -6.38% | +0.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8,500 | 2023 | +5.6% | -0.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 8,290 | 2023 | +3.18% | +3.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 7,780 | 2023 | +4.15% | +0.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 7,190 | 2023 | -5.58% | +0.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 1,880 | 2023 | +0.032% | +7.54% | View data |
