The European market for fresh squids, cuttlefishes, and octopuses in capture fisheries is dominated by Spain with a production of 26.32 thousand metric tons in 2023. This represents a significant year-on-year growth of 12.48%. France, with a more modest 0.087% increase, and other leading countries like Italy and Portugal, showed diverse trends with Italy experiencing a decline of 14.02%, highlighting production challenges. The Netherlands exhibited notable growth at 15.71%. Smaller producers like Denmark also saw double-digit growth, whereas Greece and Slovenia faced declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential fluctuations due to environmental factors affecting capture fisheries.
- Technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices which might impact production volumes positively.
- Trade policies and market demand affecting production and export opportunities across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh Squids, Cuttlefishes, Octopuses Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 26,320 | 2023 | +4.49% | +12.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14,670 | 2023 | -35.39% | +0.087% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9,720 | 2023 | -1.96% | -14.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 7,830 | 2023 | -15.83% | +2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6,080 | 2023 | +0.79% | +5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 5,130 | 2023 | +0.073% | -5.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,250 | 2023 | -19.4% | +15.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,370 | 2023 | -36% | +5.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 666.56 | 2023 | +0.15% | -2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 184.91 | 2023 | +52.69% | +12.35% | View data |
