In 2023, France led European fresh spinous spider crab production with 7.62 thousand metric tons, reflecting a 1.96% increase from 2022. Ireland's production surged by 33.99% to 0.45 thousand metric tons, while the United Kingdom faced a slight decrease. Portugal saw an 18.65% rise in its production, whereas Spain and Italy experienced declines of 35.64% and 20.74%, respectively. The Netherlands showed a significant uptick of 26.02%, while Croatia's output decreased by 7.21%. Malta observed a notable increase of 29.2%, despite its minimal output.
Key trends for the future of European fresh spinous spider crab production include:
- Expanding sustainable fishing practices could enhance production efficiency and sustainability.
- Increased attention to consumer health consciousness may influence demand trends.
- Climate change and environmental policies could significantly impact fishing quotas and harvest levels.
- Technological advancements may improve crab capture and processing, potentially boosting production in the long term.
Top countries in Fresh Spinous Spider Crab Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 7,620 | 2023 | +7.28% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 483.94 | 2023 | -3.76% | -0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 453.64 | 2023 | +2.61% | +33.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 83.71 | 2023 | -2.55% | +18.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 56.15 | 2023 | -8.25% | -35.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 26.8 | 2023 | +19.64% | -20.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 9.62 | 2023 | +1.23% | +26.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 7.29 | 2023 | -33.7% | -7.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 0.018 | 2023 | -21.74% | +29.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.001 | 2021 | -63.64% | View data |
