In 2023, the production of whole fresh shrimps and prawns in Italy stood at 8.97 thousand metric tons. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline in production values. The year-on-year percentage change shows a decrease of approximately 7.55% from 2024 to 2025, and 8.18% from 2025 to 2026, continuing this downward trend through to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 forecasts an average annual decrease of 7.05%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Environmental and regulatory impacts on capture fisheries.
- Potential improvements in sustainable fishing practices.
- Evolving consumer preferences towards seafood alternatives or aquaculture.
