How Many Times Can Shrimp be Harvested in a Year?
30 January 2025 2287 View
Shrimp is one of the important fisheries commodities for Indonesia and other countries around the world. Typically, in one year, a shrimp pond can be harvested several times depending on various factors. These factors include the type of harvest, the cultivation method employed, environmental conditions, and cultivation management. Therefore, there is no exact number for how many times shrimp can be harvested in a year.
How to Easily Calculate Vannamei Shrimp Size
30 January 2025 1842 View
Vannamei shrimp size is one of the crucial parameters for determining the success of cultivation. Usually, there is a target size to be achieved for certain post-larval shrimp stages. Therefore, farmers must know how to calculate shrimp size accurately.
11 Types of Shrimp Diseases that Often Occur During Cultivation
29 January 2025 2607 View
Shrimp disease is one of the factors causing failure that must be overcome during cultivation. What’s more, these diseases can also cause mass mortality which can lead to significant economic losses and decreased production.
When is the Right Time to Change Shrimp Pond Water?
28 January 2025 1903 View
Changing pond water is one solution to address water quality issues during cultivation. Pond water should be changed when its quality declines or certain conditions necessitate such action.
Get to Know Myo IMNV Disease in Vannamei Shrimp and Its Characteristics
27 January 2025 2225 View
Myo disease in white shrimp is also known as IMNV disease. This disease is caused by the Infectious Myonecrosis Virus (IMNV), which damages muscle tissue in shrimp. As a result, from the body tissue until the tail of the shrimp dies and the color becomes red.
Wild-caught Shrimp or Farmed Shrimp?
26 January 2025 1827 View
When buying shrimp, you may still need clarification about choosing between wild-caught shrimp or farmed shrimp. Both types of shrimp have their value because their growth processes occur in two very different places, namely in the open sea and controlled ponds.
5 Stages of Vannamei Shrimp Pond Preparation Before Doing Cultivation
26 January 2025 2009 View
Cultivating vannamei shrimp pond is a very profitable business. What’s more, vannamei shrimp is a type of shrimp that grows quickly from fry to harvest. That is, one cycle only takes three months.
Understanding Shrimp Nursery and Its Benefits in Aquaculture
24 January 2025 1748 View
Shrimp nursery is one of the methods used to assist in the growth of shrimp larvae into juveniles (called “benur”) ready for aquaculture. This method offers several benefits, especially in reducing stress levels among benur when they are transferred to cultivation ponds.
Challenges in Vannamei Shrimp Farming
24 January 2025 1931 View
Challenges in vannamei shrimp farming can be faced by anyone, whether they are seasoned farmers who have been in the field for a long time or just venturing into the vannamei shrimp farming business.
Tips and Procedures for Shrimp Health Checking
24 January 2025 1730 View
Vannamei shrimp are known to be superior to tiger prawns in terms of resistance to pathogen attacks. However, there have been changes that render vannamei shrimp vulnerable to pathogen attacks as well. Therefore, farmers must know the correct procedures for checking shrimp health to prevent outbreaks.
VietShrimp 2025: Greening Aquaculture Regions, Together for a Sustainable Vietnamese Shrimp Industry
22 January 2025 2670 View
With the aim of moving towards a sustainable shrimp industry, the opening session, chaired by the Directorate of Fisheries, will provide a comprehensive overview of Vietnam's shrimp industry in the turbulent year of 2024 and highlight growth opportunities for 2025.
4 Types of Vannamei Shrimp Harvest Time
18 January 2025 1968 View
The vannamei shrimp harvest time is done when the shrimp are more than 100 days old with an average weight of 20 grams per head. However, shrimp must be harvested early in special conditions such as mass mortality.
Using Probiotics for Shrimp Health, What’s the Impact?
15 January 2025 1807 View
Vannamei shrimp cultivation has experienced a significant increase in recent years. This is a result of the increasing demand for seafood on a global scale. However, the threat of disease and other health challenges that can cause losses in cultivation is very high. This is where probiotics for shrimp play a significant role and become a promising solution to this problem.
Effect of Water pH on Vannamei Shrimp Cultivation
18 January 2025 2859 View
Vannamei Shrimp is one of the world’s most popular cultivated shrimp species. This shrimp is known for its high growth rate and great taste. However, the growth of vannamei shrimp is also influenced by pond water quality parameters, one of which is pH.
The Efficiency of Vannamei Shrimp's FCR for Successful Cultivation
22 January 2025 2549 View
Feed management is one of the determinants of the success of vannamei shrimp farming. To know about this efficiency, we must first calculate the vannamei shrimp FCR.
Application of Proper Biosecurity for Shrimp Ponds
15 January 2025 2186 View
Biosecurity for shrimp ponds involves a series of measures to prevent the entry of diseases into the pond area. The scope of biosecurity typically includes both the cultivation ponds and the entire pond area.
Process of Molting in Shrimp and How to Handle It
20 January 2025 2134 View
Molting in shrimp is replacing the old shell with a new one which always occurs in every shrimp life cycle. This is because shrimp are crustaceans whose body surface is covered by an exoskeleton called a cuticle.
Getting to Know the Taura Syndrome Virus (TSV) in Vannamei Shrimp
22 January 2025 2282 View
Taura Syndrome Virus (TSV) is a highly contagious disease affecting shrimp aquaculture worldwide. This disease can cause death up to 40-90% in post-larvae and juvenile stages.
Recognize 7 Characteristics of AHPND Disease in Vannamei Shrimp Before It’s Too Late
15 January 2025 1982 View
Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease, also known as AHPND disease in vannamei shrimp, is a problem that farmers often face. This disease can cause mass death resulting in heavy losses and harvest failure.
Understanding Sampling in Shrimp Farming and Its Benefits
06 January 2025 3383 View
During shrimp farming, farmers must constantly monitor the condition and growth of shrimp in the ponds. This is usually done through periodic sampling of the shrimp.
These are 11 Characteristics of Healthy and Diseased Shrimp
06 January 2025 1883 View
Vannamei shrimp farming is a business that many people worldwide are involved in. The broad market potential makes vannamei shrimp excellent. However, disease attacks also continue to lurk during cultivation. Therefore, identify the following characteristics of healthy and diseased shrimp.
5 Tips to Achieve Profitable Biofloc Vannamei Shrimp Farming
15 January 2025 2033 View
Biofloc technology in vannamei shrimp farming is an innovative approach that has gained popularity recently. This technology involves using microorganisms in the cultivation system, which can help maintain water quality and enhance shrimp health.
The Use of Dolomite Lime in Shrimp Farming: Benefits and Implementation
01 January 2025 2077 View
Shrimp farming has become an increasingly important industry in the aquaculture sector. To achieve optimal results, environmental factors affecting shrimp well-being must be carefully managed. The application of dolomite lime is one common treatment done to support pond productivity.
Effective Strategies for Controlling Ammonia in Vannamei Shrimp Ponds
01 January 2025 1875 View
Controlling ammonia in Vannamei shrimp ponds has become one of the essential tasks for every shrimp farmer. Excess ammonia levels above the normal threshold can have detrimental effects on the pond environment and shrimp health.

