The United Kingdom leads European mollusc production, experiencing a marginal increase. In contrast, France and Italy saw significant declines. Spain and the Netherlands showed notable growth, with the Netherlands achieving the highest increase. Denmark also experienced substantial growth. Greece and several Eastern European countries, including Romania and Bulgaria, faced declines. While Belgium showed a small increase, Germany's production remained stable. Countries like Slovenia, Cyprus, and Croatia experienced noticeable declines, while Sweden had minor growth.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on mollusc habitats, technological advancements in fishing practices, regulatory changes, and consumer demand shifts towards sustainable seafood. Monitoring these elements will be crucial for understanding and predicting future production dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Molluscs Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 50,650 | 2023 | -0.3% | +1.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 40,860 | 2023 | -5.57% | -9.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 33,600 | 2023 | +5.25% | -4.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 27,860 | 2023 | +1.26% | +12.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 22,880 | 2023 | +15.46% | +35.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 14,530 | 2023 | +1.53% | +0.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 9,410 | 2023 | +2.78% | +27.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5,850 | 2023 | +3.54% | -4.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2,920 | 2023 | +0.76% | -17.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2,790 | 2023 | +2.37% | -7.53% | View data |
