A lobster boat, loaded with pots and buoys, waits for the official start of the season in West Dover, N.S., on Nov. 29, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew VaughanA lobster boat, loaded with pots and buoys, waits for the official start of the season in West Dover, N.S., on Nov. 29, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan

Atlantic Canada’s lobster industry stung by low prices and global economic turmoil

by The Canadian Press May 15, 2025

written by The Canadian Press May 15, 2025

By Michael MacDonald Lobster harvesters in Atlantic Canada aren't thrilled with the prices they're getting for their catches, but experts say the recent downturn comes as no surprise due to uncertainty looming over the industry. Prices typically dip in May as the spring lobster season swings into hi...

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