In 2023, the Netherlands led European shrimp production in capture fisheries, contributing significantly at 15.76 thousand metric tons, though it faced an 8.07% decrease from the previous year. Germany followed with 6.78 thousand metric tons, experiencing a sharper decline of 15.1%. Belgium and Denmark reported moderate outputs of 0.6065 and 0.43941 thousand metric tons respectively, each facing declines of 5.46% and 34.36%. The United Kingdom's contribution of 0.39223 thousand metric tons marked a 19.01% reduction. France, Ireland, and Bulgaria showed resilience with minor increases or stability in their production figures.
Future trends in European shrimp capture fisheries may focus on sustainable fishing practices and responding to environmental challenges, potentially influencing production levels. Innovation and technology will likely play critical roles in optimizing yield and sustaining fishery health. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for countries aiming to stabilize or grow their shrimp capture production.
Top countries in Total Shrimp Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 15,760 | 2023 | +13.28% | -8.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 6,780 | 2023 | -23.26% | -15.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 606.5 | 2023 | -32.28% | -5.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 439.41 | 2023 | -67.39% | -34.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 392.23 | 2023 | -8.11% | -19.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 265.8 | 2023 | -9.53% | +0.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 44.53 | 2023 | -2.73% | +0.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.27 | 2023 | -11.91% | -16.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.43 | 2023 | +24.44% | +7.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.8 | 2022 | -87.88% | -47.52% | View data |
