The United Kingdom leads European whole fresh lobster production with 79.4 metric tons, followed by Ireland and France. Notably, Denmark and Spain have seen double-digit production increases, whereas France experienced a decline. Smaller producers like Croatia and Belgium are developing rapidly with notable growth rates. Germany shows a decreasing trend in its production.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts in production due to environmental changes and regulatory impacts on fisheries. Innovation in sustainable fishing methods and market demand fluctuations, particularly from non-EU countries, could significantly influence lobster production dynamics across Europe. The emphasis on sustainability may enhance growth for countries investing in environmentally friendly fishing techniques.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Lobster Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 79.4 | 2023 | +1.28% | +3.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 21.35 | 2022 | +35.49% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.54 | 2023 | +0.24% | -3.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 3.1 | 2023 | +16.44% | +15.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1 | 2023 | +1.26% | +13.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.62 | 2023 | +52.78% | +1.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.49 | 2023 | -2.89% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.32 | 2023 | +6.14% | +3.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.18 | 2023 | -0.33% | +11.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.11 | 2023 | -21.62% | +6.67% | View data |
