In 2023, Norway led the European shrimp and prawn capture fisheries with 38.32 metric tons, followed by the Netherlands and Spain at 16.12 and 11.86 metric tons, respectively. The majority of countries observed a negative year-on-year variation in production, with Denmark, Germany, and the United Kingdom experiencing significant declines. Italy and Iceland saw substantial decreases as well. In contrast, France, Portugal, and particularly Cyprus showcased positive trends. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a generally declining production trend among major producers, with few exceptions.
Future trends to watch include the potential recovery of historically declining countries as economic and environmental policies adapt. Innovation in sustainable capture methods could influence production outputs, as well as greater regional collaboration. Furthermore, fluctuations in consumer demand for seafood might reshape production priorities across Europe.
Top countries in Total Shrimps and Prawns Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 38.32 | 2023 | +5.79% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16.12 | 2023 | +20.33% | -6.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.86 | 2023 | +2.47% | +3.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.88 | 2023 | +0.53% | -8.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7.88 | 2023 | -10.2% | -12.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4.14 | 2022 | +13.56% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.29 | 2023 | -7.59% | -7.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 2.7 | 2023 | -54.73% | -24.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.1 | 2023 | -12.75% | -2.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.98 | 2023 | +7.44% | +8.7% | View data |
