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Experienced quality seafood programs & consulting

Recognized as an international authority on purchasing, importing, and sales of U.S and Russian King crab and Snow crab. Consulting on seafood imports from world sources.

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King crab and Snow crab, from vessel to market

A look at the fisheries, processing lines and retail placements we work with every day.

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U.S. & Russian King Crab
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Quality Control at the Plant
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Snow Crab Sections
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Alaska King Crab Fishery
Fresh king crab legs on ice in a seafood market display
King Crab on Ice
Fisherman holding a dungeness crab aboard a boat in harbor
Crab Harvest at the Dock
Whole cooked king crab bound with rubber bands on a weighing scale reading 1.850 kg
Grading & Weighing — 1.850 kg
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Retail Placement in Japan

Consulting services

Decades of direct experience across sourcing, reprocessing and distribution of U.S. and Russian King crab and Snow crab.

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Sourcing & Import Compliance

Sourcing crab or seafood from Russia and Asia for many years. Can advise and help avoid IUU or Seafood Import Monitoring Program issues on selected species. Contact us for detail.

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U.S. Reprocessing & Quality Assurance

U.S. reprocessing of King crab and Snow crab is a critical point in assuring quality and cost effectiveness. We have detailed specifications and oversee production to assure quality. Contact us for detail.

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Distribution & Market Placement

Once product is produced it needs to be placed into distribution at retail, food service, and distribution accounts. Our experience will lead to a directed approach for maximum gain. Contact us for detail.

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