Building More Resilient Shrimp Populations: Watch Diana Lagos’ Expo Larva Presentation

What makes a successful breeding programme? As the world searches for sustainable ways to feed a growing population, the future does not lie only on land, but also in our waters. For many years, genetic improvement programs in aquaculture have focused heavily on growth. While growth remains an important driver of profitability, today’s producers face…

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The Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) Launches New Low-Density Genotyping Panel for Black Tiger Shrimp

CAT’s genotyping lab in San Diego, CA

Advancing Practical Genetic Innovation in P. monodon Breeding As global investment in Black Tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) breeding continues, the Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) introduces a new, value-driven genotyping solution designed for improved efficiency in selective breeding programs. Amid growing industry demand for sustainable production – supported by the recent research study on Brazilian…

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Can genetic improvements help to ease economic pressure on the shrimp sector?

The Fish Site sat down with Simon Hill, CAT’s Chief Business Development Officer; Alejandro Gutierrez, Director of Genetic Services; and Marcos De Donato, Breeding Scientist, to explore how investing in the right genetics tools and strategies can empower shrimp farming companies to thrive amid today’s economic challenges. Read the full story here: https://thefishsite.com/articles/can-genetic-improvements-help-to-ease-economic-pressure-on-the-shrimp-sectorcenter-for-aquatic-technologies

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