New partnership set to enhance shrimp welfare in Vietnam

FAI has joined forces with Can Tho University to advance shrimp welfare in Vietnam. This pioneering collaboration aims to progress the science, set new standards, and foster sustainable practices in the Vietnamese aquaculture industry.

Established during the 11th International Fisheries Symposium (IFS) in Bangkok, the new partnership plans to test and improve how shrimp welfare is assessed and managed in Vietnam.

“This work is focused on whiteleg shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) welfare on Vietnamese trial farms using our industry-leading welfare assessment protocol,” explained FAI Farms Aquaculture Project Manager, Marius Nicolini. “By involving Vietnamese scientists, we are using the strength of collaboration to increase understanding and influence practices related to shrimp welfare.”

The dynamics of the fish farming market in Asia differ significantly from other regions globally, and FAI Farms believes cooperation between countries is crucial to improve welfare.

To find out more in this issue of the Aqua Culture Asia Pacific magazine.