In 2023, Norway led European shrimp and prawn capture fisheries production at 39.67 thousand metric tons, marking a 1.89% increase from the previous year. The Netherlands, Spain, and Italy followed, with Spain showing a positive growth of 3.24%, despite the overall downward trends in the sector. Significant declines were observed in Italy (-8.42%), Germany (-12.99%), and Iceland (-24.58%), highlighting regional variances. Notably, Cyprus exhibited a dramatic increase of 22.69%, albeit from a small base.
Looking ahead, the European shrimp and prawn sector is expected to encounter challenges such as climate change impacts on marine ecosystems and shifts in consumer preferences. Potential opportunities could arise from technological advancements in sustainable fishing and increased investment in aquaculture to stabilize production levels across the continent.
Top countries in Total Shrimps and Prawns Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 39,670 | 2023 | +5.96% | +1.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16,740 | 2023 | +20.33% | -6.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12,310 | 2023 | +2.47% | +3.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10,260 | 2023 | +0.53% | -8.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7,180 | 2023 | -11.52% | -12.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4,300 | 2022 | +13.56% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2,850 | 2023 | -9.31% | -10.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 2,800 | 2023 | -54.73% | -24.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1,150 | 2023 | -6.61% | -1.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 895.05 | 2023 | -6.45% | +5.72% | View data |
