China: Xiapu sea cucumbers have shrunk severely this spring, production is expected to be significantly reduced this year

According to reports from Xiapu farmers, Xiapu sea cucumbers have shrunk seriously around the Spring Festival. The original growth of sea cucumbers was about 1.2 times, but due to the two cold waves before and after the Spring Festival, it has generally shrunk to 0.6-0.7 times. The sea areas that have shrunk more seriously this time are Wenqi, Weijiang, and Ma Hang and the southern area. ​ According to a survey and analysis by the Xiapu Sea Cucumber Association, sea cucumber production this year is generally not high and will eventually be significantly reduced. There are three main reasons: ​ First, the skin of sea cucumbers has deteriorated more this year than in previous years, and there is a certain degree of loss. According to statistical analysis, the loss is about 10-15%. ​ Second, the growth of raft-type hanging net culture, which accounts for a certain proportion of the Xiapu sea area, is extremely poor. It is reported that some sea cucumbers have been harvested in ...