The Netherlands leads European whole fresh mussels production at 575.06 metric tons, despite a 16.48% decline in 2023. Romania saw a modest 6.09% increase, while Bulgaria experienced a significant 88.34% rise. Italy remained stable at 181.5 metric tons. Greece grew by 15.83%, whereas Portugal and Croatia saw declines of 9.63% and 10.62%, respectively. Spain's production surged by 41.57%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery in Dutch production if focusing on sustainability and market demand.
- Continued growth in Bulgaria and Greece facilitated by favorable marine conditions and investments.
- Mobile domestic policies could impact production rates in Spain and Romania.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Mussels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 575.06 | 2023 | +25.37% | -16.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 305.52 | 2023 | -30.54% | +6.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 295.15 | 2023 | +31.29% | +88.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 181.5 | 2023 | +1480% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 175.51 | 2023 | +4.36% | +15.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 71.99 | 2023 | -9.86% | -9.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 63 | 2022 | -16.41% | -18.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 45.83 | 2023 | -1.93% | +41.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 25.9 | 2023 | +96.23% | -10.62% | View data |
