Looking Beyond the Price Tag
One of the main objections to buying a shellfish system is the price. We completely understand the investment feels significant, but perhaps the question isn’t about how much it costs, but about what it allows you to achieve. Without a shellfish system such as the Lobster Pod or Crab Pod, your options for storing and selling your catch are limited and often less profitable.
The Problem with Traditional Storage
If you rely on a fridge, your shellfish won’t last long. They also lose about 5% of their weight due to the drying effect of the cold air. This not only reduces the time you can hold them but also reduces your final sale price. Keeping your catch in sea keeps may feel like a cheaper option, but it’s highly inconvenient. Retrieving shellfish in all weathers is time-consuming, stressful for the shellfish, and far from efficient.
Quality That Chefs Value
Despite the common belief that lobsters are best straight from the sea, our research and chef trials show otherwise. Shellfish that have spent time in a Lobster Pod actually cook better and taste better. Capture stress is reduced, waste is expelled, and the shellfish are in peak condition when sold. This quality is exactly what chefs and buyers are prepared to pay more for.
Why Selling at the Quayside Limits Your Profit
Without a shellfish holding system, another option is to sell straight at the quayside to a local merchant. While this might be convenient, it’s unlikely to give you the best price. You lose flexibility and have no ability to hold your catch until market prices improve. That means you’re effectively leaving money on the table.
Proven Survival and Storage Benefits
The Lobster Pod and Crab Pod have been scientifically proven to increase survival rates to 99%+. Inside the system, the water is clean, clear, chilled and filtered—perfect conditions that allow the shellfish to relax. They release waste, maintain their weight, and can be stored for days or even months without any loss of quality or condition.
An Investment That Pays You Back
When you have a Lobster Pod system, you save time, increase survival, avoid weight loss, and improve the quality of your shellfish. No more late-night trips in bad weather to check sea keeps. Instead, you gain flexibility, reliability, and the ability to hold stock until the price is right. Think of your Lobster Pod not as a cost but as a long-term investment that pays you back by helping you earn more, avoid waste, and make your working life easier.
For more information email Errin Todd or Dr Keith Todd on hello@toddfishtech.com
