In 2023, France led European production of alive fresh lobsters in capture fisheries with 2.91 thousand metric tons, reflecting a 3.4% increase from the previous year. Sweden's production remained steady at 0.63013 thousand metric tons, while Norway saw an 8.07% decline, producing 0.21932 thousand metric tons. Spain and the Netherlands experienced contrasting trends, with Spain increasing by 5.73% to 0.04239 thousand metric tons, and the Netherlands decreasing by 2.21% to 0.03257 thousand metric tons. Over the past five years, these metrics have shown diverse growth rates, indicating varied impacts from market dynamics and regulatory changes in each country.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Policy changes impacting capture fisheries sustainability and quota allocations.
- Climate change effects on marine life habitats, possibly influencing production patterns.
- Technological advancements in fisheries enhancing capture efficiency and sustainability.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced seafood.
Top countries in Alive Fresh Lobsters Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,910 | 2023 | +6.25% | +3.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 630.13 | 2023 | -12.52% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 219.32 | 2023 | +157.02% | -8.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 42.39 | 2023 | -3.55% | +5.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 32.57 | 2023 | +0.52% | -2.21% | View data |
