In 2023, Italy emerged as the leading producer of fresh European flying squid, contributing the highest volume at 384.4 metric tons, showing a robust growth of 24.13% from the previous year. Ireland followed, with a production of 271.91 metric tons, reflecting a positive increase of 13.25%. Conversely, Spain experienced a significant decline of 21.76% in squid production, ending the year with 190.72 metric tons. Other countries like Sweden and Portugal maintained stable outputs, while Norway saw a notable decrease of 41.08% in production. Over the past five years, these countries have shown varying trends, with Italy and Ireland steadily increasing their market shares.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of environmental policies and climate conditions on squid populations and capture fisheries. Countries like Spain may focus on innovations in sustainable fishing practices to recover from recent declines. Monitoring demand shifts towards sustainable seafood options and technological advancements in fishing gear across Europe will be critical in understanding production dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Fresh European Flying Squid Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 384.4 | 2023 | -2.11% | +24.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 271.91 | 2023 | -1.29% | +13.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 190.72 | 2023 | -12.01% | -21.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 27 | 2021 | +107.09% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 5.5 | 2023 | +963.62% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.2 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1.9 | 2023 | +11.76% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.2 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Norway | 0.18 | 2023 | -62.75% | -41.08% | View data |
