Responsibility
Prevent, but verify
Each farm unit should have a written program that defines measures to prevent food safety problems and a program of regular testing.
Health & Welfare
Continuous improvement from farm trials
Continuous improvement is a critical strategy required for the success of any business, including shrimp farming. Routine programs for farm feed trials that incorporate best practices can contribute to better decision making and a faster improvement.
Responsibility
Farming algal fuel: Economics challenge process potential
Algae offer advantages over terrestrial plants for biofuel production: short generation cycles and fast population growth. Algal fuel production would spare corn and soybeans for consumption as food for humans.
Health & Welfare
Harvesting head-on shrimp
EU markets have special requirements for head-on shrimp. Organoleptic criteria are evaluated, including firmness of shell and head, malformations and color.