The Italian fresh shellfish production in capture fisheries for human consumption shows a steady decline from 41.76 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 31.36 thousand metric tons in 2028. If we assume the year 2023 value as 44 thousand metric tons, the year-on-year decrease between 2023 and 2024 is approximately 5.09%. The projected average annual rate of decline, or CAGR, over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is around 5.35%, indicating a continual decrease in production.

Future trends to watch for:

Sustainability practices and potential regulation changes impacting fisheries.
Climate change effects on marine life and shellfish availability.
Market demand shifts possibly influencing fishing practices and production levels.