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🦀 Crab Suppliers in Yorkshire

Yorkshire plays a pivotal role in the UK's crab industry, particularly for brown crab (Cancer pagurus) and velvet crab (Necora puber). The cold, nutrient-rich waters off the Yorkshire coast, especially around areas like Scarborough and Whitby, provide ideal habitats for these species, leading to a robust and sustainable fishery. This region is a significant contributor to both live and processed crab markets, underpinning a vital part of the local seafood economy.

Crab Trade in Yorkshire

Yorkshire boasts substantial crab processing capacity, with companies like the Craster Seafood Company and Hodgson Fish in Hartlepool (though technically just outside Yorkshire, closely linked to its fishing fleet) handling significant volumes. Major fishing ports such as Scarborough and Whitby are key landing sites, with catches often destined for both domestic markets and lucrative export to continental Europe and Asia. The crab industry provides considerable employment in coastal communities, from fishing crews to processing plant workers, making it a cornerstone of Yorkshire's maritime heritage and economy.

Crab businesses in Yorkshire

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