The European whole fresh scallops and pectens production saw diverse trends across countries in recent years. Greece led with a notable increase of 25.32%, while Slovenia showed a stable yet smaller scale growth. Other countries like Italy and Croatia experienced moderate growth rates of 4.26% and 5.18% respectively. Spain and Belgium, where trends are moderate, saw value increments of around 11.01% and 8.44%. A significant growth was witnessed in Iceland with 26.62%. On the contrary, Malta faced a decrease by 16.85%. The prevalent challenge seems to be the varied year-on-year performance, mostly fluctuating mildly across nations.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include the increasing demand for sustainable fishing practices, which could impact production methods. Additionally, economic factors and local policies may influence growth rates. Emphasis on innovation and technology in aquaculture could also shape the landscape of scallop fisheries across Europe. Observing climatic impacts and market dynamics will be crucial for understanding and predicting shifts in production capacity and economic value across these markets.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Scallops and Pectens Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 25,320 | 2023 | +15.1% | +24.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 9,360 | 2022 | +6.87% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 7,940 | 2023 | -3.46% | +4.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 6,570 | 2023 | +3.71% | +5.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4,440 | 2023 | +18.85% | +0.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 4,430 | 2023 | +35.81% | +11.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,790 | 2023 | +1.77% | +8.44% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2,960 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 2,750 | 2023 | +1.51% | -0.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 2,750 | 2023 | +2.7% | +0.99% | View data |
