In 2023, Italy led European whole fresh shrimps and prawns production in capture fisheries, despite an 8.78% decline from the previous year. Spain and Greece saw moderate increases of 1.83% and 1.25% respectively. Denmark's production surged by 12.37%, while the UK experienced a significant decline of 16.93%. Portugal, France, and Germany showed increases, with Germany experiencing the highest growth at 66.37%. Some countries like Iceland and Croatia saw a reduction in production.
Future trends to watch:
- Increasing demand for sustainable and locally sourced seafood could drive shifts in production strategies.
- Technological advancements in capture fisheries may improve efficiency.
- Environmental changes and regulatory frameworks will influence future production patterns.
- Continued international competition is likely to impact market shares across European countries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Shrimps and Prawns Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 31.59 | 2023 | -6.72% | -8.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 23.26 | 2023 | +0.94% | +1.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 15.23 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 11.09 | 2023 | -11.72% | -6.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 7.15 | 2023 | +3.82% | +12.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 2.93 | 2023 | -2.43% | +7.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 2.75 | 2023 | +2.45% | -3.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 1.61 | 2023 | -5.24% | -16.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.26 | 2023 | -32.33% | -5.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.2 | 2023 | +47.69% | +5.2% | View data |
