In 2023, Italy's whole frozen shrimp and prawn production from capture fisheries for human consumption was valued at 22 million Euros. Forecasted values show a significant declining trend from 2024 to 2028, indicating a decreasing demand or capture capacity. The year-on-year decline is pronounced, with a -19.8% drop from 2024 to 2025, followed by further consecutive reductions of -24.5%, -32.1%, and -46.9% yearly. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecasted period stands at approximately -28%, illustrating a steady decrease.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in consumer preferences and demand for alternative seafood products.
Impacts of regulatory changes in capture fisheries and sustainability measures.
Technological advancements in aquaculture that may affect capture fisheries output.