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Why has Indian shrimp become a fishing treasure for countries like China and India?
In the global fishery market, Indian shrimp (Fenneropenaeus indicus) has gradually become an important fishery resource in countries such as China and India due to its rich commercial potential and diverse ecological forms. This shrimp is mainly distributed in the Indian Ocean and the Western Pacific, from the coastal areas of East Africa to the South China Sea, and widely involves the waters of many countries. This article will explore the reasons why Indian shrimp has become a treasure of the fishery industry and its impact on the fishery and aquaculture industries.
The Indian shrimp is recognized as one of the world's major commercial shrimps, with delicious meat and high edible value.
Ecological characteristics of Penaeus indica
The Indian shrimp has a very unique habitat, which allows it to thrive in a variety of environments. The shrimp is most active in mud and sand at depths of 2 to 90 meters, and spends its early growth stages in the ocean. According to research, the lifespan of this shrimp is about 18 months, and under certain environmental conditions it can reach a length of 22 centimeters. This strong ecological adaptability makes it an ideal target for fishing and breeding.
Growth in fisheries and aquaculture
According to the report, global shrimp production can reach 6 million tons per year, of which about 3.4 million tons come from capture fisheries and 2.4 million tons from aquaculture. China, along with Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand, together contribute more than half of the catch, underscoring Asia’s dominance in the global shrimp market. The growth potential of this type of shrimp farming in India cannot be underestimated, especially with the continuous improvement of farming technology, which plays a vital role in increasing production and economic benefits.
In the production cycle of aquaculture, everything from seed selection to growth management has an important impact on the final yield and quality.
Diversity of farming techniques
The farming techniques of Indian shrimp can be divided into different modes such as extensive farming, semi-intensive farming and intensive farming. Traditional extensive culture relies mainly on natural bait and is usually carried out in tidally influenced areas such as paddy fields. With the advancement of aquaculture technology, semi-intensive and intensive aquaculture methods have gradually gained attention. These methods integrate artificial feed supply and water flow management to improve production efficiency and economic benefits. These diverse farming techniques not only increase production but also promote the development of the local economy.
Market Value and Economic Impact
Although the market value of Indian shrimp is relatively low, with a general price of US$5.5 per kilogram, the relative profit of Indian shrimp appears more attractive in terms of production input due to its relative ease of breeding and farming. As market demand continues to grow, more and more farmers are turning to the farming of Indian shrimp in order to improve economic benefits. From traditional shrimp fishing to the promotion of various processing forms, the value of this industry is gradually increasing.In the current global aquaculture market, the development potential of shrimp depends not only on technological innovation, but also on consumers' demand for seafood quality and sustainability.
Future challenges and potential
Although the farming and fishing of Indian shrimp have shown great market potential, environmental challenges cannot be ignored relative to sustainable development. Overfishing and aquaculture can lead to the destruction of ecosystems, which requires joint efforts by governments and businesses to develop effective protection and management policies. At the same time, as people pay more attention to sustainable fishing, the market is gradually moving towards a more environmentally friendly and sustainable development direction.In the face of the continued increase in market demand, how to balance the expansion of fisheries and ecological protection will become a topic for all countries to discuss together in the future?
