In 2023, Portugal, Ireland, and France led European green crab production, with Portugal and Ireland nearing similar output levels around 350 metric tons. The United Kingdom, despite lower production, showed notable year-on-year growth of 6.53%. Conversely, France experienced a decline of 2.96%, highlighting volatility. The Netherlands and Spain marked significant increases of over 15%, potentially indicating emerging markets. Norway, Germany, and Sweden remain minimal contributors.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in the UK and Netherlands, possibly attracting more investments. Sustainability initiatives and regulatory changes could impact overall European production dynamics.
Top countries in Total Green Crab Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 354.63 | 2023 | +3.05% | +4.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 351.06 | 2022 | +13.57% | -10.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 242.9 | 2023 | +1.34% | -2.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 174.51 | 2023 | +1.53% | +6.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 72.32 | 2023 | +7.94% | +16.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 28 | 2023 | -29.86% | +15.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 3.91 | 2023 | -0.28% | +15.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.4 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.018 | 2022 | View data |
