The article highlights the impact of increased costs on the crab fishing industry in New Taipei, leading to a significant rise in crab prices during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. Factors contributing to the cost increase include higher prices for crab bait, cages, fuel, and labor. Despite concerns about the effect on consumer demand, fishermen have needed to adjust prices to offset their rising costs. The article also notes the variation in crab dish preparations and presentation across different fish markets in New Taipei, with Yehliu offering fresh, live crabs mainly for restaurant use.