Shellfish

Canada's main snow crab fishery given 32% quota boost

The increase comes at a time when the crab supply across the US and other key markets is down dramatically.

Thanks to Canadian regulators, more snow crab will be available during a period that it's desperately needed.
Thanks to Canadian regulators, more snow crab will be available during a period that it's desperately needed.Photo: Arne Birkeland
Published 31 March 2022, 13:32Updated 31 March 2022, 13:43
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