Responsibility
Although relatively expensive, mechanical aeration increases production. Asian-style paddlewheel aerators are widely used but are inefficient. Testing has led to more efficient designs that are now widely used in U.S. catfish and shrimp ponds.
Health & Welfare
Early Mortality Syndrome is a new disease that has been detected at shrimp farms in Asia. It appears within 30 days of stocking and causes symptoms that include lethargy; soft, darkened shells and mottling of the carapace.
Health & Welfare
A study evaluated Pacific white shrimp given plant protein-based diets with varied lipid content and soybean meal:soy protein concentrate ratios.
Aquafeeds
It is common practice to broadcast feed throughout a shrimp pond with a few feeding trays to help monitor consumption and adjust ration size.