China's heatwaves threaten to dry up supply of delicious 'hairy crabs'

Chinese hairy crab farmers in Yangcheng Lake face devastating losses due to extreme weather. Rising temperatures, early summers, and super typhoons disrupt breeding, slow growth, and increase deadly bacteria. As farmers like Xie Dandan struggle to adapt, experts suggest breeding hardier crabs, but the future of this delicacy and the industry remains uncertain amidst increasingly unpredictable conditions. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.