Core Viewpoint - The development of the crayfish industry in Hubei, particularly in Qianjiang, is accelerating due to government initiatives and infrastructure improvements, establishing Qianjiang crayfish as a leading brand in China [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Growth and Economic Impact - The comprehensive output value of Qianjiang crayfish has surpassed 87 billion yuan, with an annual trading volume of 800,000 tons, accounting for 60% of Hubei's total output and 25% of the national output [1]. - The "Xia Tiao" policy has designated "Qianjiang Crayfish" as Hubei's sole regional public brand, promoting a unified marketing strategy across the province [1]. - The establishment of over 4,000 Qianjiang crayfish brand stores and more than 10,000 restaurants using Qianjiang crayfish ingredients and cooking standards has expanded market reach [1]. Group 2: Supply Chain and Logistics Development - A supply chain platform with an annual transaction value exceeding 16 billion yuan has been established, involving 1,094 enterprises and 138,700 registered users [2]. - The "Xia Gu Express" logistics service platform and the only crayfish logistics big data center in the country have been created to enhance the supply chain from production to consumption [2]. - The cold chain logistics delivery system allows for delivery to all provincial capitals within 4 to 14 hours, with a 94% average freshness rate for crayfish [2]. Group 3: Market Dynamics and Price Trends - Seasonal price fluctuations are normal, with prices typically dropping during the rice planting season (May-June) and rising during peak consumption (June-August) [3]. - The introduction of "four seasons of crayfish" technology is expected to stabilize prices by extending the supply window [3]. - A survey indicated that 69.4% of crayfish farmers reported stable or increased earnings compared to the previous year, with an average net income of 2,659.2 yuan per mu, reflecting a 9% year-on-year growth [3].