In 2023, Italy dominated the European fresh crustaceans market for human consumption, holding a significant value share at 24.7%, followed by Spain, the UK, and France. Notable year-on-year changes include Italy's decrease by 3.76%, Spain's decrease by 4.49%, and the UK's increase by 3.23%. The Netherlands experienced significant growth at 27.26%, while Norway saw a decline of 6.3%. Despite smaller market shares, countries like Germany, Cyprus, and Slovenia exhibited positive growth rates of 10.22%, 23.74%, and 43.7%, respectively.
Future trends to watch for in the European fresh crustaceans market include:
- Potential growth in alternative markets like Germany and Slovenia, supported by recent growth trends.
- Continued challenges for traditional markets like Italy and Spain, which saw declines in 2023.
- Environmental and regulatory impacts on capture fisheries that may influence production and consumption patterns.
Top countries in Fresh Crustaceans Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 24.7 | 2023 | +5.94% | -3.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.69 | 2023 | -4.5% | -4.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 16.94 | 2023 | +1.02% | +3.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 12.04 | 2023 | -10.66% | +0.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 6.49 | 2023 | -1.52% | -6.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 6.24 | 2023 | -11.12% | +1.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.48 | 2023 | +14.03% | +27.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 4.16 | 2023 | -0.69% | +1.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.76 | 2023 | +0.52% | +5.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.1 | 2023 | -13.45% | -0.11% | View data |
