Les Hodges: Canadian Snow Crab Dominates Imports
The global snow crab markets are entering its peak trading period, with Canadian snow crab once again at the forefront. From April to July, U.S. imports typically account for 75-80% of Canada's snow crab shipments, reflecting seasonal timing and market dependence.
Canada leads global production with a 2025 total allowable catch (TAC) of 94,724 metric tons. Under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), Canadian snow crab enters the U.S. tariff-free. Imports of Canadian snow crab are expected to meet or exceed the 112.9 million pounds recorded in...
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