In 2023, France led European whole fresh cuttlefish production with 8.85 thousand metric tons, marking a 6.49% year-on-year increase. The Netherlands saw the largest growth at 40.42%, whereas Italy experienced an 11.02% decline. Other countries, such as Belgium, had a growth of 7.82%, while Spain and Portugal showed modest increases of 1.44% and 2.69% respectively. Greece, Ireland, and Croatia witnessed contractions in production, signaling varying regional trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increase in Netherlands' market share due to strong growth.
- Italy's continual decline might affect overall European production volumes.
- Environmental policies and sustainable fishing practices could reshape production dynamics across Europe.
- Technological advancements in fishing methods might boost efficiency and output.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Cuttlefish Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 8,850 | 2023 | -5.19% | +6.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2,950 | 2023 | -10.43% | -11.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 2,100 | 2023 | +2.32% | +1.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 1,370 | 2023 | +10.66% | -5.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 1,250 | 2023 | -0.19% | +40.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 1,110 | 2023 | -22.4% | +7.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 871.76 | 2023 | +5.82% | +2.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 144.54 | 2023 | +5.54% | -3.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 78.76 | 2023 | -19.14% | -2.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 12.78 | 2023 | +52.52% | -0.72% | View data |
