Blue Crab FAQ
Blue Crabs -- Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are blue crabs sold in the United States only from domestic waters?
A: Today, domestic crab represents 30 percent of the U.S. market, while the other 70 percent is represented by foreign imports.
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Q: How could the Florida blue crab’s current situation negatively affect the state’s economy?
A: The blue crab industry is economically one of Florida’s most important fisheries. The industry contributes over 48 million to Florida’s economy.
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Q: Why should it matter where your blue crabs come from?
A: Florida blue crabs come fresh from Florida waters with a more flavorful taste and appealing texture. When consumers purchase Florida blue crabs they are assured of a sweet, tasty meat and a 100 percent natural quality product. Florida blue crabs are harvested and packaged to U.S. safety standards with no antibiotics or pesticides.
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Q: Aren’t Florida blue crabs used by most restaurants and retail stores?
A: Because of the volume needed, many restaurants chose to serve foreign crab meat. However, in a consumer survey conducted by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 84 percent of respondents preferred crab cakes made from blue crab versus those made with Asian crab meat. Restaurants and retailers that want the best quality and taste choose to serve Florida blue crab.
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Q: What can I do to help ensure Florida blue crab will be around in the future?
A: Today you should ask for and purchase Florida blue crab at restaurants and at your local supermarket, to ensure future generations will enjoy this quality product. Look for the “Fresh from Florida” seal and you will be sure you are purchasing 100 percent natural, premium quality Florida blue crab.
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For more information about Florida blue crab visit www.FL-Seafood.com.
