China: Crayfish farmers adapt to a glut in supply

As rising temperatures usher in the peak season for the crayfish industry, the early warmth has created a glut in the sector, creating a challenge for businesses.In some major crayfish producing areas, cold chain logistics and deep processing centers have been developed to extend the sales period and enhance production efficiency.In Yongxiu county, Jiangxi province, the 105,000 hectares of paddy fields used for crayfish farming are now blanketed by the creatures.Every morning, the county's crayfish trading center is bustling with activity as fresh crayfish are sorted and packed into boxes. They are then ready to be shipped to processing factories or via cold chain logistics to destinations nationwide, taking them from the fields to dining tables.However, a recent oversupply of crayfish has caused a drop in prices, raising concerns about farmers' profits.Since March, early warming in southern regions has resulted in a higher crayfish yield than usual for this time of year. Crayfish ...