The leading European countries in whole fresh edible crab production are the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Norway. In 2023, the UK led with 18.31 thousand metric tons, followed by Ireland with 6.21 thousand metric tons and Norway at 2.17 thousand metric tons. Significant declines were noted in France, Netherlands, and Spain, while Denmark and Germany experienced notable increases in production. Sweden and Portugal saw marginal positive growth. Malta's production remained negligible.
Future trends to monitor include the UK's dominance and whether Ireland and Norway can maintain or enhance their output. Environmental impacts, regulatory changes, and market demands will shape the industry's trajectory. Efficient utilization of resources and innovation will be crucial for sustaining growth.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Edible Crab Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 18,310 | 2023 | +1.72% | +2.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 6,210 | 2023 | +4.62% | +2.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 2,170 | 2023 | +4.88% | -15.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 563.17 | 2023 | -17.11% | -25.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 472.47 | 2023 | +21.79% | +28.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 187.74 | 2023 | -23.03% | -23.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 35.87 | 2023 | +3.16% | -10.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 22.57 | 2023 | -6.71% | +2.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 15.9 | 2023 | -8.09% | -18.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 7.16 | 2023 | +11.92% | +19.82% | View data |
