In 2023, Spain led European Whole Fresh Stony Sea-Urchin production with 619.06 metric tons, showing a modest increase of 0.94% from the previous year. Portugal saw a significant 25.64% rise, reaching 394.19 metric tons. Croatia's production experienced dramatic growth, up by 141.95%, resulting in 231.81 metric tons. France maintained stable production at 102.6 metric tons with no change. Malta recorded an impressive 42.45% rise, albeit with a low base of 0.14 metric tons. Italy remained nearly unchanged, producing 0.1 metric tons.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Sustainability measures potentially impacting harvest levels.
- Climate change effects on sea-urchin habitats.
- Growing demand in gourmet markets possibly increasing value over volume.
- Innovations in aquaculture potentially balancing wild capture with farmed production.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Stony Sea-Urchin Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 619.06 | 2023 | +1.79% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 394.19 | 2023 | +15.4% | +25.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 231.81 | 2023 | +35.72% | +141.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 102.6 | 2023 | -16.86% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 0.14 | 2023 | +28.44% | +42.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.1 | 2022 | -99.61% | View data |
