The United Kingdom dominates European whole fresh crabs and sea-spiders production with a share of 76.06% in 2023, experiencing a year-on-year increase of 3.14%. France holds a distant second with 13.22%, though shrinking by 3.21%. Denmark and Germany display notable growth, with respective increases of 31.76% and 207.5%, while Norway and Greece saw considerable declines of 13.18% and 12.78%. The majority of other countries report minor fluctuations, with Malta and Cyprus showing substantial growth.
Future trends to watch include potential redistributions in market share driven by environmental factors, regulatory changes, and evolving consumption patterns, particularly as sustainability becomes more prominent in consumers’ choices. Enhanced aquaculture practices might also impact natural production shares.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Crabs and Sea-Spiders Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 76.06 | 2023 | +3.5% | +3.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.22 | 2023 | +0.65% | -3.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 3 | 2023 | +1.41% | -2.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 2.35 | 2023 | +7.77% | -13.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1.83 | 2023 | +1.46% | -12.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1.49 | 2023 | -11.22% | -1.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 0.94 | 2023 | +36.74% | +31.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.42 | 2023 | -2.93% | +8.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 0.36 | 2022 | -63.18% | -11.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 0.25 | 2023 | +44.49% | +207.5% | View data |
