The production of fresh shrimps and prawns in Italy's capture fisheries is forecasted to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the production stood at 8.85 thousand metric tons. The year-on-year percentage decrease shows a consistent reduction with notable declines: 7.56% from 2024 to 2025, 8.17% from 2025 to 2026, 8.62% from 2026 to 2027, and 9.56% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is negative, indicating an average annual decrease over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Possible shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative protein sources.
- Environmental policies impacting capture fisheries.
- Economic factors affecting the fishing industry and related exports.
- Technological advances in sustainable fisheries management.
