The production of whole fresh squids, cuttlefishes, and octopuses in European capture fisheries showed significant disparities across countries. In 2023, Spain led with 26.32 thousand metric tons and a notable increase of 12.61%. France followed at 14.47 thousand metric tons, with a slight decline of 0.07%. Italy experienced a substantial decrease of 14.02%, producing 9.72 thousand metric tons. Portugal and the United Kingdom saw modest gains of 2.3% and 5.7%, respectively. Noteworthy growth was also seen in the Netherlands (15.46%) and Denmark (18.7%), while other countries like Cyprus and Norway faced considerable declines.
Looking ahead, the future trends to watch in European capture fisheries include potential growth driven by sustainable practices and technological advancements. Increased emphasis on sustainability may alter production dynamics, potentially boosting countries with advanced capabilities to mitigate environmental impacts. Economic and regulatory shifts could also play a critical role in shaping distribution patterns and consumer preferences across Europe.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Squids, Cuttlefishes, Octopuses Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 26,320 | 2023 | +5.18% | +12.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14,470 | 2023 | -35.35% | -0.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9,720 | 2023 | -1.96% | -14.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 7,800 | 2023 | -15.97% | +2.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6,190 | 2023 | +1.18% | +5.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 5,150 | 2023 | +0.073% | -5.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,210 | 2023 | -19.01% | +15.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,550 | 2023 | -27.72% | +7.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 666.56 | 2023 | +0.15% | -2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 242.72 | 2023 | +100.43% | +18.7% | View data |
