In 2023, Spain led European production of fresh squids, cuttlefishes, and octopuses, capturing a substantial market share, followed by France and Italy. The UK and Portugal also showcased strong production outputs. Compared to 2023, Iceland and Norway showed significant growth, while Italy and Greece experienced declines. Consistently, year-on-year and compounded five-year growth have revealed a dynamic yet complex landscape, with notable expansions in the Netherlands and Belgium and contractions in Slovenia and Cyprus.
Future trends to watch include advancements in sustainable fishing practices and technological innovations in capture fisheries. Increasing consumer awareness on seafood origins may drive shifts in production priorities across these nations.
Top countries in Fresh Squids, Cuttlefishes, Octopuses Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 32.73 | 2023 | +4.49% | +12.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 19.97 | 2023 | -29.44% | +1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12.09 | 2023 | -1.96% | -14.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 12.08 | 2023 | +1.99% | +5.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 9.74 | 2023 | -15.83% | +2.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 6.37 | 2023 | +0.073% | -5.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.04 | 2023 | -19.4% | +15.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.72 | 2023 | -35.53% | +5.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.83 | 2023 | +0.15% | -2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.26 | 2023 | +48.38% | +15.47% | View data |
