The forecast for the UK's whole fresh northern prawn production from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline. Starting at 0.6 metric tons in 2024, it decreases incrementally to 0.53 metric tons by 2028. Compared to 2023, where the production was already slightly above 0.6 metric tons, this represents a consistent downward trend.
Year-on-year changes show a respective decrease of approximately 3.33%, 3.45%, 1.79%, and 3.64% from 2024 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is negative, signaling overall contraction in production volume.
Future trends to watch include regulatory changes impacting capture fisheries, consumer demand shifts towards sustainable seafood, and the impact of climate change on the prawn population, which could further influence production volumes.
