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Pond - Brackish
Shrimp Pond Culture
Intensive brackish-water pond farming of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) and giant tiger prawn - the largest single aquaculture sector by value.
Sustainability: ★★☆☆☆ Scale: Industrial
Setup: $30,000+ FCR: 1.7
📖 Overview
Farmed shrimp is now the most valuable seafood export from Asia and Latin America. Pacific white shrimp dominates production due to fast growth, disease resistance, and market acceptance. Vietnam, India, Ecuador, Thailand, and Indonesia produce the majority. Environmental issues have been severe - mangrove destruction, waste pollution, disease epidemics (WSSV, EMS), and antibiotic use. Sustainability certifications (BAP, ASC) drive slow but real improvements.
🐟 Species Commonly Farmed
Pacific white shrimp, giant tiger prawn, freshwater prawns (Macrobrachium).