Portugal leads European octopus production with a 30.12 metric ton share, showing a modest 1.35% increase in 2023. Spain follows closely with a 29.06 metric ton share, yet experienced a slight decline of 0.81%. Italy and Greece contribute 19.78 and 12.83 metric tons, respectively, with Italy's capture decreasing by 1.33%. Notably, France witnessed a 13.34% rise, capturing 9.33 metric tons. Smaller contributions come from Croatia (0.78), Cyprus (0.028), Netherlands (0.0051), and Sweden (3.9e-05). Croatia's production grew by 5.5%, while Cyprus saw a notable 14.78% drop, and the Netherlands expanded considerably by 37.16%.
Future trends to watch include the sustained growth in Portuguese and French markets, driven by technology and fishing policies. Spain and Italy may need to address challenges to stabilize production. Increasing environmental regulations and demand for sustainable practices could impact octopus capture methods, presenting opportunities for countries investing in eco-friendly strategies.
Top countries in Total Octopus Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 30.12 | 2023 | -7.18% | +1.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 29.06 | 2023 | -18.19% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 19.78 | 2023 | +0.89% | -1.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 12.83 | 2022 | -2.97% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 France | 9.33 | 2023 | -38.15% | +13.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 0.78 | 2023 | +1.21% | +5.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 0.028 | 2023 | +16.34% | -14.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.005 | 2023 | +124.5% | +37.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0 | 2023 | View data |
