Most folks just can't get past the word C-A-R-P. Some of the fish markets locally are calling them some exotic or ethnic sounding names and it sells well.

The main problem with the commercial guys is the time and expense to get them from the lake to the processor plants. There have been rumors of a processing boat ,similar to what you see in Alaska but on a smaller scale, setting up shop on KY or Barkley. The commercial guys could make up the difference in sheer amounts if they didn't have to transport. Surely the pet food or fertilizer industry could utilize them.

I'm telling you---the stuff tastes great.