The European fresh green crab production is significantly dominated by Ireland, with a production of 640.09 metric tons, followed by Portugal and the UK, with 356.17 and 249.79 metric tons respectively. France and the Netherlands also contribute moderately, while other countries have relatively minor outputs. In 2023, Portugal experienced a growth of 5.16% in production, the UK a smaller increase of 1.95%, while France saw a decline of 3%. The Netherlands and Spain observed notable increases, 16.16% and 15.2% respectively, suggesting shifts in production dynamics.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for growth in countries like Portugal and Spain, which have shown recent production increases. Additionally, there might be opportunities for other emerging producers, such as Norway and the Netherlands, capitalizing on sustainable practices and market demand shifts. Environmental regulations and market demands are factors that could influence production levels across the region.
Top countries in Fresh Green Crab Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 640.09 | 2022 | +61.05% | +30.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 356.17 | 2023 | +3.96% | +5.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 249.79 | 2023 | -2.15% | +1.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 243.1 | 2023 | +1.17% | -3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 72.32 | 2023 | +7.94% | +16.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 28 | 2023 | -29.86% | +15.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 4.5 | 2023 | +12.5% | +18.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 4.17 | 2023 | +56.22% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.018 | 2022 | View data |
