ANALYSIS: Stone Crab Prices Hit Lowest Levels Since COVID as Supply Surges

The stone crab market has experienced pronounced weakening in the early stages of the 2025-26 season, with prices declining from levels typically expected at season openings as landings ramped up significantly. While the season began in October at pricing levels consistent with historical season starts, colossal stone crab claws have since retreated to $30.00 per lb., reflecting a market where supply has consistently outpaced demand. In fact, pricing is the lowest observed for this time of year since COVID in 2020 and currently sits...
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