The United Kingdom leads European fresh crabs and sea-spiders production with 18.97 thousand metric tons in 2023, marking a steady 1.97% increase year-on-year. France and Greece follow, though they experienced declines of 3.01% and 7.42%, respectively. Notably, Denmark saw a significant rise of 22.77%, while Germany had the highest volatility with a 64.61% increase. The market shows varied dynamics, with significant gains and drops across countries, influenced by ecological, economic, and regulatory factors.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems, shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable sourcing, and technological advancements in fishing practices. These factors could alter the production landscape, potentially favoring countries with adaptive capacities and robust regulatory frameworks.
Top countries in Fresh Crabs and Sea-Spiders Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 18,970 | 2023 | +1.14% | +1.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 9,060 | 2023 | +2.23% | -3.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 1,460 | 2023 | +1.97% | -7.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1,210 | 2023 | -41.9% | -13.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,040 | 2023 | +2.12% | -3.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 599.74 | 2023 | +32.55% | +22.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 572.3 | 2023 | +5.01% | -5.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 468.9 | 2022 | -0.36% | -37.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 332.72 | 2023 | -26.99% | -0.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 130.88 | 2023 | +2.15% | +7.29% | View data |
