Is it normal to have 20 turtles in the supermarket

Whether the price of 20 yuan per turtle supermarket is normal or not needs to be comprehensively judged based on factors such as turtle variety, size, and place of origin. There is a significant price difference for turtles in the market, mainly due to factors such as low prices for farmed turtles, high costs for wild turtles, seasonal supply and demand fluctuations, regional transportation costs, and quality freshness.

1. The price of cultured turtle is low

The growth cycle of cultured turtle is short and the output is stable. The intensive cultivation mode is usually adopted. The feed cost is controllable, so the unit price is generally low. The turtles in supermarkets that cost 20 yuan per piece are mostly artificially bred varieties with small specifications, belonging to the normal price range. This type of turtle is suitable for daily soup or braised dishes, but its nutritional value is slightly lower than that of wild turtles.

2. The cost of wild turtles is relatively high.

Due to their slow growth and difficulty in fishing, the market price of wild turtles can reach several times that of farmed turtles. If the supermarket labels it as wild turtle but only sells it for 20 yuan, there may be false advertising or mixing with farmed species. Consumers can preliminarily identify turtles by observing features such as the patterns on their back armor and the degree of wear on their claws.

3. Seasonal supply and demand fluctuations

Prices may rise during the peak season of turtle consumption in summer, and when demand decreases in winter, merchants often use promotions to reduce inventory. If the price of 20 yuan appears during off-season promotions or clearance activities, there may be a situation where the shelf life is approaching, and special attention should be paid to freshness when purchasing.

4. Regional transportation costs

When there is sufficient supply of turtles in coastal areas, prices are lower. In inland cities, due to increased cold chain transportation costs, prices of turtles of the same quality may increase. If supermarkets adopt a direct supply model from the place of origin to reduce intermediate links, a price of 20 yuan is also reasonable in some areas.

5. Quality Freshness

Low priced turtles may have problems such as insufficient vitality and long temporary breeding time. It is recommended to observe the sensitivity of the turtle reaction when selecting, with no damage to the carapace and no abnormal swelling in the abdomen. If the frozen turtle in the supermarket is handled properly, the price of 20 yuan may also be considered a normal expiry discount.

When purchasing turtles, in addition to paying attention to the price, it is also important to pay attention to their freshness and safety for consumption. It is recommended to choose legitimate supermarket channels to avoid purchasing low-priced products from unknown sources. Before cooking turtles, they should be thoroughly cleaned and heated thoroughly. Those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should control their consumption. If you find any unusual features such as sunken eyeballs and poor muscle elasticity in turtles, it is not recommended to purchase them even if the price is low. In daily diet, turtles can be paired with ingredients such as goji berries and yams to enhance nutrition and neutralize coldness.