The forecasted data for 2024 indicates that Italy leads the European Fresh Mediterranean Mussel Production with a value of 1.2813 million euros. Following Italy are Greece and Romania with values of 0.57124 and 0.42555 million euros, respectively, while Croatia stands at the lowest with 0.04632 million euros. In 2023, Bulgaria and Spain showed the most significant year-on-year increase with 97.6% and 79.25%, respectively. Meanwhile, France and Romania experienced modest growth, whereas Greece witnessed a substantial increase of 25.52%. Croatia was the only country to register a negative trend with a 7.74% decline.
Looking at the five-year trend, Greece has seen significant growth in mussel production, indicating a robust strengthening of their aquaculture capabilities. Italy continues to dominate the market, which suggests stable demand and possibly improvements in production efficiency. Conversely, Croatia requires strategic intervention to reverse its declining trends.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of climate change on mussel habitats, advancements in aquaculture technology that could boost production efficiency, and potential regulatory changes within the European Union regarding fisheries and sustainability. Monitoring these trends is crucial for stakeholders to align with market shifts and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Top countries in Fresh Mediterranean Mussel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,281,300 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Greece | 571,240 | 2023 | +11.22% | +25.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 425,550 | 2023 | -31.82% | +5.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 308,680 | 2023 | +117.7% | +7.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 305,010 | 2023 | +59.85% | +97.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 146,770 | 2023 | +42.66% | +79.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 46,320 | 2023 | +54.47% | -7.74% | View data |
