Core Insights - The Mid-Autumn Festival marks the peak season for the harvest and sale of hairy crabs, revealing significant market dynamics and industry chain insights [1] Industry Overview - Jiangsu province is the core area for hairy crab farming in China, with a cultivation area of 3.5 million acres and an annual production of nearly 400,000 tons, accounting for half of the national output [3] Market Trends - In September, the shipment volume of hairy crabs from Jiangsu increased by 70% month-on-month, with a remarkable growth of over 600% in sales during the week of September 23-28 [5] - Automated sorting lines in smart logistics bases can handle an average of 400,000 orders daily, and the enhancement of cold chain logistics has expanded the market reach, allowing for next-day delivery of live hairy crabs to major cities nationwide [5] Value Addition - Nearly 1,000 processing enterprises in Jiangsu have introduced over 40 deep-processed products such as drunken crabs and crab roe, significantly increasing the value of hairy crabs [7] - The total scale of the national hairy crab industry is estimated to reach 82.4 billion yuan by 2025, with deep-processed products contributing 20.6 billion yuan, accounting for 25% of the total [7] Economic Impact - The hairy crab industry has stimulated the integration of primary, secondary, and tertiary industries, boosting local sectors such as culture, tourism, dining, and retail, with the brand value of Yangcheng Lake hairy crabs reaching 28.265 billion yuan [9]