The United Kingdom leads European edible crab production with 27.35 thousand metric tons, showing a modest growth of 1.35% from the previous year. Ireland and Norway follow, experiencing declines of 0.15% and 2.43%. Noteworthy, Denmark and Germany saw significant increases of over 21% each, while France and the Netherlands faced notable reductions of over 14%. Sweden's slight growth contrasts with larger declines in Belgium, Spain, and Malta's static figure.
Future trends in crab production may include technological advancements in sustainable practices, shifts in consumer demand, potential impacts of climate change on marine environments, and regulatory changes affecting fisheries management.
Top countries in Total Edible Crab Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 27,350 | 2023 | +0.91% | +1.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 6,950 | 2023 | -0.71% | -0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 5,110 | 2023 | +0.44% | -2.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1,180 | 2023 | -42.82% | -14.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,180 | 2023 | -16.03% | -18.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 837.84 | 2023 | +13.81% | +21.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 131.97 | 2023 | -8.87% | +7.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 50.5 | 2023 | -1.94% | -8.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 42.9 | 2023 | +6.66% | -8.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 23.15 | 2023 | -62.78% | +21.62% | View data |
