The import value of live, fresh, or chilled crabs to the UK is forecasted to decrease steadily from $2.5647 million in 2024 to $1.5109 million by 2028. In 2023, the actual figures stood at approximately $2.83 million, indicating a downward trend starting in 2024. The year-on-year percentage variation shows a consistent decline, reflecting diminishing demand or changing supply dynamics. Over the five-year period to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) anticipates a decrease by an average percentage each year.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from environmental changes on crab populations, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood, and trade policy adjustments post-Brexit that could further influence import volumes and values.
