The production forecast for craylets and squat lobsters in France shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. The production is projected to decrease from 2.2 metric tons in 2024 to 1.7 metric tons in 2028. The year-on-year decrease for 2024-2025 is 4.5%, and between 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, it is 9.5% and 5.3% respectively, with a further 5.6% drop projected for 2027-2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the 2024-2028 period is a decline of approximately 6.5% annually.

Future trends to watch:

Environmental changes affecting marine biodiversity, potentially impacting craylet and squat lobster populations.
Regulatory changes in fisheries management that may influence harvesting practices and quotas.
Market demand shifts resulting from evolving consumer preferences and sustainability concerns.