The Netherlands leads European fresh mussels production in capture fisheries with 458.7 metric tons, though it saw a significant year-on-year decrease of 16.51% in 2023. Romania follows with 446.06 metric tons, increasing by 5.79% from the previous year. Bulgaria's production surged by 89.78%, while Greece increased by 15.09%. France, Portugal, Norway, Spain, Croatia, and Italy have smaller outputs, with Spain experiencing a notable rise of 41.32% in 2023. Over the last five years, the aggregate production trend has fluctuated due to various socio-economic and environmental factors.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of climate change, evolving consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood, and regulatory changes. Increasing investments in aquaculture might affect capture fisheries, with technology and innovation driving growth in less mature markets. European countries may also re-evaluate import-export dynamics in light of changing ecological and geopolitical landscapes.
Top countries in Fresh Mussels Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 458.7 | 2023 | +25.2% | -16.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 446.06 | 2023 | -31.51% | +5.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 224.82 | 2023 | +36.38% | +89.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 173.6 | 2023 | +1.1% | +15.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 102.4 | 2022 | -16.41% | -19.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 73.7 | 2023 | -2.33% | -8.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 57.2 | 2023 | +24.65% | -2.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 46.73 | 2023 | -2.55% | +41.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 13.2 | 2023 | +96.23% | -10.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 11.5 | 2023 | +1480% | View data |
