In 2023, the Netherlands emerged as the leader in European squid production for human consumption, with a notable 17.12% increase in value. Spain, traditionally a strong player, saw a decline of 8.94%. Portugal also exhibited positive momentum with an 11.75% rise. Italy experienced a significant drop of 19.67%, while Greece maintained a stable growth trajectory. The smaller markets, such as Sweden with a remarkable 33.27% surge, contributed marginally but showed potential.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include shifts in dominant production as countries like the Netherlands continue to strengthen their position. Additionally, the recovery efforts in Italy and the dynamic development in smaller markets like Sweden and Cyprus could reshape the landscape of European squid production over the coming years.
Top countries in Total European Squid Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 36.43 | 2023 | -12.59% | +17.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25.12 | 2023 | -6.27% | -8.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 12.28 | 2023 | -4.21% | +11.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 11.28 | 2023 | -2.32% | +1.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 11.05 | 2023 | -16.47% | -19.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 1.68 | 2023 | -36.52% | +5.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 0.26 | 2023 | +0.77% | +3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 0.25 | 2023 | +19.99% | +11.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 0.24 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.013 | 2023 | +144.8% | +33.27% | View data |
