Health & Welfare
Potential of genetic selection for shrimp carcass, meat traits
Studies show variability for shrimp carcass and meat quality traits, especially fat quality. Selection for growth may lead to increase in yield.
Health & Welfare
Testing may help increase IHHNV tolerance in Pacific white shrimp
The authors conducted a study to investigate the prevalence of IHHNV in P. vannamei within the context of a family-based genetic selection program.
Health & Welfare
Quantitative, molecular genetic selection for shrimp disease resistance
The aquaculture industry has developed management strategies to strengthen shrimp disease resistance, like diagnostic systems and biosecurity.