Fishing Regulators Hold Hearing In NH On Surging Crab Catch

PORTSMOUTH, New Hampshire — Interstate fishery regulators are holding a hearing in Portsmouth, N.H., about a plan to manage a species of crab that is becoming increasingly popular and valuable.

Jonah crab catch is growing in volume and value as a cheaper alternative to Dungeness and stone crabs. The Jonah crab catch increased six fold from 2000 to 2013. Massachusetts and Rhode Island fishermen catch the most Jonah crabs. Maine, New Hampshire and Connecticut fishermen also catch significant amounts.

The public hearing is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. It will take place at the Urban Forestry Center in Portsmouth.

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