France dominates European fresh green crab production for human consumption, leading with 68 metric tons in 2023, a 42.93% increase from 2022. Spain follows with 34.16 metric tons, showing stable production year-on-year. The Netherlands decreased production by 26.54%, reaching 6.43 metric tons. Norway and Sweden's contributions remain minimal at 0.2 and 0.018 metric tons, respectively, though Norway saw a modest 14.87% increase from 2022.
Future trends to monitor include:
- France's potential market expansion or saturation.
- Possible stabilization or growth in Spain's production.
- Factors affecting the Netherlands' declining production.
- Norway and Sweden's attempts to increase their market shares.
Top countries in Alive Fresh Green Crab Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 68 | 2023 | +4.45% | +42.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 34.16 | 2023 | -14.41% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 6.43 | 2023 | +2.1% | -26.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 0.2 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 0.018 | 2022 | View data |