In 2023, Norway led Europe's production of alive fresh crabs and sea-spiders for human consumption with 3.05 thousand metric tons, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 31.91%. France followed, producing 2.77 thousand metric tons but experienced a slight decline of 2.17%. The Netherlands also saw a robust growth of 28.47%, reaching 1.93 thousand metric tons. Meanwhile, Spain and Sweden produced 0.15419 and 0.11634 thousand metric tons, respectively, with Spain facing a substantial decrease of 15.59% while Sweden's production remained stable. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate reveals variable trends among these nations.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements in sustainable fisheries improving yields.
- Impact of climate change on marine biodiversity influencing production volumes.
- Potential shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable and locally sourced seafood.
- Regulatory changes affecting capture methods and international trade dynamics.
Top countries in Alive Fresh Crabs and Sea-Spiders Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 3,050 | 2023 | +550.05% | +31.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 2,770 | 2023 | -5.5% | -2.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 1,930 | 2023 | +9.36% | +28.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 154.19 | 2023 | +4.66% | -15.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 116.34 | 2023 | +11.95% | View data |
