The United Kingdom dominates European crabs and sea-spiders capture fisheries with a significant production volume, experiencing modest growth. Norway shows notable year-on-year growth, while France experiences a slight decline. Other countries like Denmark and Germany have marked increases, whereas the Netherlands and Spain show declines. Italy, Portugal, and Belgium are witnessing reductions in production. Smaller producers like Cyprus and Malta show volatility, with Bulgaria facing drastic reductions over the last year. In the past five years, there has been a mixed CAGR across countries, indicating differentiated trends and growth dynamics within this sector.
Looking forward, sustainability concerns and regulatory changes could impact future production. Advances in technology and shifts in consumer preferences for seafood might affect demand. Monitoring climate change effects on marine ecosystems will be critical, as they could significantly influence production volumes across Europe.
Top countries in Total Crabs and Sea-Spiders Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 30,080 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 9,890 | 2023 | +3.08% | +5.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9,270 | 2023 | +2.59% | -2.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 1,430 | 2022 | -28.2% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 1,210 | 2023 | -43.7% | -13.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,160 | 2023 | +3.95% | -4.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1,000 | 2023 | +21.68% | +17.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 585.4 | 2023 | +6.29% | -5.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 574.23 | 2023 | +15.68% | -6.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 132.3 | 2023 | -8.67% | +7.26% | View data |
