In 2023, Portugal led European fresh octopus production with a significant share, closely followed by Spain. While Italy, France, and Greece held lesser yet notable proportions, notable contributors like Croatia and Cyprus registered minimal values. Despite a decline, Spain slightly underscored its position, contrasting with Portugal's growth. France showed strong momentum, whereas smaller economies like Cyprus experienced a decrease. Over the last five years, the industry demonstrated varied transformations that reflected these positional shifts.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential growth in countries currently holding smaller shares as they expand in capacity and technology.
- Evolving regulatory frameworks impacting catch quotas and sustainability in fisheries.
- Shifts in consumer preferences and demand for fresh octopus across European markets.
Top countries in Fresh Octopus Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 27.4 | 2023 | -3.09% | +4.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 26.89 | 2023 | -9.74% | -0.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 18.78 | 2023 | -2.05% | -0.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 14.43 | 2023 | +17.64% | +28.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 14.28 | 2023 | +1.83% | +0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 0.8 | 2023 | -13.09% | +9.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 0.028 | 2023 | +49.64% | -8.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.001 | 2023 | +11.96% | +28.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0 | 2023 | View data |
