Bivalve Market Report 2026

The bivalve market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $24.11 billion in 2025 to $25.13 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of coastal aquaculture activities, increasing seafood consumption, growth of organized seafood retail, advancements in shellfish purification methods, development of cold storage infrastructure.

The bivalve market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $29.52 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications, increasing focus on sustainable protein sources, expansion of export-oriented seafood processing, growing online seafood retail penetration, stricter food safety regulations. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of sustainable aquaculture practices, rising demand for traceable and certified seafood, expansion of value-added bivalve processing, increasing focus on food safety and purification, enhanced cold-chain and packaging solutions.

The increasing consumer demand for seafood is expected to propel the growth of the bivalve market going forward. Seafood includes edible marine organisms such as fish, shellfish, and other aquatic species that are valued for their nutritional benefits. Demand for seafood is rising due to shifting dietary preferences, increasing disposable incomes, and greater awareness of the health benefits associated with seafood consumption. As consumers increasingly prioritize healthier, protein-rich diets, bivalves are gaining popularity due to their high nutritional value, including omega-3 fatty acids and essential minerals. For instance, in April 2025, according to Eurostat, aquaculture production in the European Union reached nearly 1.1 million tonnes of live weight in 2023, valued at €4.8 billion. Spain, France, and Greece were the largest producers, accounting for 23.1%, 17.8%, and 13.4% of total EU aquaculture output, respectively. The growth in farmed aquatic organisms, including molluscs such as mussels, oysters, and clams, reflects increasing consumer demand for seafood. Therefore, rising seafood consumption is driving the growth of the bivalve market.

Leading companies in the bivalve industry are concentrating on the development of innovative products, such as specialized oyster brands, to cater to the increasing demand for premium and sustainable seafood. An oyster brand is a trademark used to market oysters distinguished by qualities such as superior flavor, origin, and eco-friendly farming practices. It highlights aspects such as cultivation location, environmental responsibility, and freshness to attract discerning consumers. For example, in September 2024, Australia's Oyster Coast, an Australia-based vertically integrated oyster business, introduced Oystersmiths, a brand designed to satisfy the growing consumer interest in nutritious and sustainable seafood. Oystersmiths offers a curated selection of oyster species, including rock, Pacific, and angasi oysters, appealing to those seeking high-quality, environmentally responsible products. This launch aligns with the market’s increasing focus on sustainability and the nutritional benefits of oysters, which are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids.

In August 2023, Yumbah Aquaculture, an Australia-based shellfish aquaculture company, acquired Eyre Peninsula Seafoods for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is intended to strengthen Yumbah's leadership in mussel production, expand its operational capacity, and boost revenue while maintaining industry expertise. Eyre Peninsula Seafoods is an Australia-based producer of mussel brands.

Major companies operating in the bivalve market are Pacific Seafood, Sanford Limited, Taylor Shellfish Farms, Atlantic Aqua Farms, Hollywood Oyster Company, Fishers Island Oyster Farm, Lowcountry Oyster Company, Tomales Bay Oyster Company, Pemaquid Mussel Farms, Omega Seafood, Ward Aquafarms LLC, Salt Revival Oyster Co., Dibba Bay Oysters, Offshore Shellfish Ltd., Nora Midye, Fassfern Mussels Limited, Cherrystone Aqua-Farms, Nazaré, Gamble Creek Farms, Clearwater Seafoods.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the bivalve market in 2025 and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the bivalve market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the bivalve market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The bivalve market consists of sales of geoducks, abalones, and ark shells. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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