Análise pós-pandemia das condições de comercialização de crustáceos e moluscos em mercados públicos e supermercados na região metropolitana do Recife.

Abstract

Molluscs and crustaceans are widely traded and consumed in the coastal region of Pernambuco, being part of the region's tourist profile as a gourmet tradition, generating income in a wide range of products in the metropolitan region of Recife. Taking these aspects into account, the present work addresses the conditions of infrastructure and commercialization of crustaceans and molluscs in some neighborhood supermarkets, markets and public fairs in the Metropolitan Region of Recife (RMR), in a post-pandemic scenario, and draws a comparison with some data from the pandemic period (COVID SARS 19). After collecting and analyzing data, a comparison was made of prices and installation conditions in places previously visited during the pandemic period. Visits were carried out to some establishments in the metropolitan region of Recife, to determine which were in adequate hygienic and sanitary conditions, in accordance with legislation, also observing the infrastructure, and also analyzing the price differences between the establishments visited. The research was carried out in 11 establishments, between October 2023 and January 2024, which coincides with the high tourist season in the region (summer). Regarding prices, it is clear that the prices of these types of fish have increased in relation to the pandemic period. There was also an expansion in the way they were offered, with emphasis on paella, which became more common in establishments. Regarding supply/refrigeration conditions, old defects still persist in the market, especially in public markets. It is safer to purchase these items in supermarkets.