In 2023, the actual production of whole fresh squids, cuttlefishes, and octopuses in Italy stood at 9.70 thousand metric tons. From 2024 onwards, a steady decline is forecasted: 9.52 in 2024, 9.33 in 2025, 9.13 in 2026, 8.94 in 2027, and 8.74 in 2028. The year-on-year decline from 2024 onward shows a consistent downtrend with the largest percentage decrease occurring between 2026 and 2027. The CAGR over this period is projected to be negative, indicating a continuous reduction in production volume year by year.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of changes in environmental policies, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood, and technological advancements in capturing techniques. These factors may influence production levels and could potentially reverse the current declining trend.
