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Deepening
shrimp welfare

This awareness session provides you with a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge on shrimp welfare, a subject at the heart of current societal and environmental concerns. You will discover essential practices to ensure their well-being at every stage of their lifecycle, from handling in ponds and hatcheries to techniques applied during harvesting.

Building a better future together.

Many aspects of this awareness will be illustrated with photos and videos from the field, providing you with a visual and concrete immersion in the topics discussed. However, please note that this training is purely theoretical and does not include practical sessions. It is based on field observations and current scientific knowledge, and does not claim to be exhaustive. Other practices may exist, and we remain available to discuss this further.

Lastly, it’s important to emphasize that some issues related to shrimp welfare still lack definitive answers and are the subject of ongoing research. This training will help you better understand current issues while participating in a collective reflection on sustainable shrimp farming practices that respect animal welfare.

Meeting society's expectations

As societal concerns about the environmental and ethical impact of animal production continue to evolve, expectations regarding shrimp farming are becoming increasingly high. Consumers and societal stakeholders demand farming practices that respect animal welfare, ensuring living and slaughtering conditions adapted to the specific needs of shrimp.

They seek greater transparency on farming conditions, slaughter methods that minimize suffering, and certifications guaranteeing responsible and sustainable practices.

Facing the challenges of shrimp farming

The main challenges of shrimp welfare in aquaculture are:

High stocking density: Overcrowding in farms causes stress and increases susceptibility to diseases.
Handling and transport: Shrimp are often mishandled, which can lead to injuries and stress.
Slaughter methods: Current slaughter techniques, such as thermal shock, are being questioned and are the subject of ongoing research.
Eyestalk ablation: A common practice to stimulate reproduction, it raises ethical concerns and questions about its impact on shrimp welfare.
Water quality and environment: Poorly controlled water quality can cause physiological stress and weaken shrimp immune systems.

Building a better future together.

Genesis of the Training: This online training was developed with the support of Shrimp Welfare Project, Sainsbury’s, Labeyrie Fine Foods, and Bureau Bankiva to improve shrimp farming and slaughter practices.

Facing key animal welfare challenges—stocking density, handling, slaughter methods, and eyestalk ablation—these partners aimed to provide an accessible resource based on both field observations and the latest scientific research.

The goal is to raise awareness among industry stakeholders and encourage collective reflection on more ethical and sustainable practices. By relying on concrete data and scientific advancements, this training supports professionals in adopting solutions to improve shrimp welfare throughout their lifecycle.