The European market for fresh abalones, winkles, and conchs shows significant disparity in production among countries. The United Kingdom leads with the highest metric tonnage, followed by France and Ireland. In 2023, notable variations included growth in Ireland and a decline in Romania. Over the last two years, the sector saw fluctuating performance with a declining CAGR over five years, indicating varied stability in production among countries. Belgium and Slovenia demonstrated notable increases, highlighting potential emerging players.
Future trends to watch include the potential for growth in sustainable aquaculture practices, the impact of environmental regulations, and potential shifts in consumer demand towards locally sourced seafood. Emerging markets such as Belgium could continue growing if current trends persist. Monitoring ecological and regulatory changes will be crucial for strategic adaptation in the capture fisheries sector.
Top countries in Fresh Abalones, Winkles and Conchs Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 41.64 | 2023 | +0.52% | +3.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 28.27 | 2023 | +6.96% | -5.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 13.45 | 2023 | +4.12% | +7.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.32 | 2023 | -4.18% | -9.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 4.62 | 2023 | -14.26% | -11.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3.43 | 2023 | -43.84% | -28.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1.06 | 2023 | +13.37% | +1.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.69 | 2023 | -2.93% | +5.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.5 | 2023 | -0.25% | +4.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 0.29 | 2023 | -11.38% | -9.8% | View data |
