In 2023, the Netherlands led the European fresh mussels production for human consumption, albeit with a significant decline of 16.48% compared to the previous year. Romania and Greece showed modest year-on-year growths of 6.09% and 15.09%, respectively. Remarkably, Bulgaria experienced a substantial increase of 89.78%, whereas Portugal and Croatia saw decreases of 8.16% and 10.62%, respectively. Despite a negative trend in most countries, Spain posted a notable rise of 41.32%, while Italy remained stable with no percentage change.
Looking ahead, potential future trends include increased sustainable fishing practices, growth in aquaculture, and heightened attention on climate change impacts, which could alter production landscapes. Keeping an eye on these factors can provide insights into shifts in production shares in upcoming years.
Top countries in Fresh Mussels Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 33.72 | 2023 | +25.37% | -16.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 32.79 | 2023 | -30.54% | +6.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 16.53 | 2023 | +36.38% | +89.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 12.76 | 2023 | +1.1% | +15.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.53 | 2022 | -16.41% | -19.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5.42 | 2023 | -2.33% | -8.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 4.2 | 2023 | +24.65% | -2.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.43 | 2023 | -2.55% | +41.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.97 | 2023 | +96.23% | -10.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.85 | 2023 | +1480% | View data |
