As of 2023, Norway leads European production of crabs and sea-spiders for human consumption, followed by the United Kingdom and France. Notably, Norway exhibited a significant year-on-year growth of 20.07%, indicating robust activity. The Netherlands also surged with a 58.55% increase, showing a burgeoning industry. Conversely, Spain's production saw a decline of 7.89%, potentially highlighting market or resource challenges. Smaller producers like Germany and Malta showed substantial growth percentages, albeit from smaller baselines.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in fishing methods, sustainability practices adapting to environmental regulations, and market demand shifts impacting the geographic distribution of production within Europe.
Top countries in Total Crabs and Sea-Spiders Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 33.75 | 2023 | +10.73% | +20.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 31.82 | 2023 | +3.37% | +3.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.28 | 2023 | +3.16% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 9.47 | 2023 | +42.77% | +58.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3.95 | 2023 | +9.74% | -7.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 2.23 | 2023 | +1.93% | +25.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1.23 | 2022 | -41.63% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 0.93 | 2023 | -18.79% | -3.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.29 | 2023 | -4.03% | +7.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.15 | 2023 | -3.59% | +4.39% | View data |
