In 2023, Italy led the European capture fisheries for fresh shrimps and prawns with 32.22 metric tons, despite an 8.78% decline. Spain and Greece saw slight increases in their shares, with Spain at 23.57 metric tons (+2.29%) and Greece at 15.53 metric tons (+1.25%). Significant growth was observed in Germany, increasing by 71.04%, although from a smaller base. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom experienced the largest decline at -17.65%.
Looking ahead, future trends for European fresh shrimps and prawns production will likely focus on sustainability and stock management, with potential growth in Mediterranean regions due to favorable climatic effects and increasing demand for locally sourced seafood products. Industry players should also watch developments in aquaculture technology that may impact capture fisheries dynamics.
Top countries in Fresh Shrimps and Prawns Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 32.22 | 2023 | -6.72% | -8.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 23.57 | 2023 | +3.17% | +2.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 15.53 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 11.22 | 2023 | -12.1% | -6.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 4.61 | 2023 | -12.22% | +2.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 2.97 | 2023 | -2.81% | +7.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 2.79 | 2023 | +2.45% | -3.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 2.68 | 2023 | +24.73% | +4.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 1.57 | 2023 | -6.3% | -17.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.47 | 2023 | -22.64% | -3.22% | View data |
