The United Kingdom leads European crab and sea spider production, accounting for 43.41% of the total capture fisheries share, followed by Norway with 22.56% and France with 20.89%. Notably, Denmark and Portugal saw significant growth rates of 19.8% and 6.53% in 2023. Contrarily, the Netherlands, Spain, and Belgium experienced declines in production. Smaller producers like Germany and Cyprus had remarkable growth rates of 28.29% and 13.17%, respectively, though from minimal bases.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in sustainable fishing practices, potential impacts of climate change on crab and sea spider populations, and shifts in policy or regulation affecting fisheries. Additionally, consumer demand patterns and export opportunities could influence production shifts across Europe.
Top countries in Total Crabs and Sea-Spiders 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 | 43.41 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 22.56 | 2023 | +3.1% | +5.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 20.89 | 2023 | +2.21% | -2.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 3.27 | 2022 | -28.2% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 2.77 | 2023 | -43.7% | -13.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2.64 | 2023 | +2.78% | -4.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.31 | 2023 | +23.31% | +19.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1.32 | 2023 | +6.29% | -5.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.07 | 2023 | +3.26% | +6.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.28 | 2023 | -3.57% | +5.86% | View data |
