In 2023, the production of fresh spiny lobster in Europe showed significant disparity among leading countries. France led with €9.00 million, experiencing a notable increase of 33.26% year-on-year. Spain, at €4.69 million, grew 12.38%. Italy declined by 13.27%, with a value of €3.63 million, while Greece saw a moderate rise of 4.84%, totaling €3.07 million. Portugal and Croatia also grew, by 11.85% and 13.82% respectively. Conversely, Malta and Cyprus showed little to negative variation, highlighting regional production challenges. Over the last five years, the CAGR data would illuminate consistent growth patterns, especially for France, Ireland, and Croatia.
Looking ahead, one should monitor sustainable fishing practices and climate change impacts, alongside economic and regulatory changes within the EU fisheries sector. These factors will shape future production and potentially alter lead country standings within the spiny lobster market for human consumption.
Top countries in Fresh Spiny Lobster Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 9,002,400 | 2023 | +30.41% | +33.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 4,685,600 | 2023 | +1.15% | +12.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,631,600 | 2023 | -16.88% | -13.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 3,068,400 | 2023 | -0.72% | +4.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 890,480 | 2023 | +0.71% | +11.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 589,880 | 2023 | -4.72% | +13.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 232,590 | 2023 | +17.66% | +34.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 30,520 | 2023 | -21.46% | -7.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 8,960 | 2023 | +46.66% | View data |
