In 2023, the catch of Dungeness crab in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and California reached a record high of approximately 108 million pounds, resulting in a drop in prices to around $2 and $3 per pound. Preliminary data for 2024 suggest a total catch of between 75 million and 80 million pounds, with prices expected to rise to $3 and $4 per pound due to tight supply. However, factors such as whale entanglement, stormy weather, and regulatory delays have resulted in a delayed fishing season and reduced catch, with only 4.2 million pounds landed so far. The start of the fishing season varies by region, with California starting and Alaska not expected to begin until May 2024.