The production of whole fresh cockles through capture fisheries in Italy is forecasted to maintain relative stability from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the production stood marginally above 18.3 metric tons. Moving ahead, a forecasted steady production at 18.3 metric tons in 2024 and 2025 indicates no year-on-year growth. A slight reduction in production is expected thereafter, with values tapering to 18.2 metric tons from 2026 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year forecast period is negligible, hinting at a stagnation trend.

Future trends to watch for in the Italian cockles market include:

Environmental changes affecting marine biodiversity, which could impact production levels.
Fluctuations in demand from international markets potentially influencing catch volumes.
Regulatory decisions related to sustainable fishing practices that may affect production strategies.