FARMING

Shrimp farming is a rapidly growing industry that involves the cultivation of shrimp in controlled environments for commercial purposes. This sustainable method of seafood production is a valuable source of income and employment for communities around the world.

Shrimp farming involves a complex process that requires careful attention to water quality, feeding, and disease management. The cultivation process starts with the selection of high-quality broodstock that produce larvae, which are then grown in hatcheries. After being reared in nurseries, the shrimp are transferred to ponds or tanks where they are grown until they reach marketable size.

Shrimp farming can be done using different production systems, including extensive, semi-intensive, and intensive systems. Each system has its own advantages and challenges, and the choice of system depends on factors such as the availability of water and the desired level of production.

One of the main benefits of shrimp farming is that it reduces the pressure on wild shrimp stocks, which are often overfished. Additionally, shrimp farming can provide a source of protein and income for coastal communities, and it can also have environmental benefits such as reducing the need for wild-caught fish meal in shrimp feed.

More than 100 ha shrimp farms (P. monodon & L. vannamei) under our consultancy in and around Surat, Gujarat, India.

• Sea Horse Aqua Farm Pvt Ltd., Surat.
• Chaudhari Marine Products Pvt Ltd., Surat.
• Ranjan Aqua, Surat.
• Kailash Aqua, Surat