The 2023 data for European total production of abalones, winkles, and conchs shows the United Kingdom leading with 18.41 thousand metric tons, indicating steady growth with a 3.19% increase from the previous year. France and Italy experienced declines of 8.1% and 9.07% respectively. Ireland saw a notable rise of 7.54%, while countries like the Netherlands and Belgium displayed strong growth with increases of 11.85% and 10.45%, respectively. Other countries such as Romania and Norway showed significant declines of over 27%. The CAGR over the past five years highlights the overall volatility of this sector.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased sustainable fishing practices which may affect output in various countries. Climate change's impact on marine ecosystems can also drive changes in production levels, and economic policies in the UK post-Brexit could further influence the sector's dynamics. Continuous monitoring of these variables will be crucial for understanding and predicting future production trends.
Top countries in Total Abalones, Winkles and Conchs Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 18,410 | 2023 | +0.75% | +3.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,070 | 2023 | -5.08% | -8.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 5,520 | 2023 | +4.15% | +7.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2,140 | 2023 | -4.18% | -9.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1,860 | 2023 | -14.26% | -11.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1,380 | 2023 | -43.84% | -28.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 370.22 | 2023 | +29.31% | +11.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 201.58 | 2023 | -0.35% | +4.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 116.46 | 2023 | -11.38% | -9.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 107.2 | 2023 | -12.08% | -12.06% | View data |
