AQUAMAOF DEVELOPS INTEGRATED RAS SOLUTION FOR SHRIMP PRODUCTION

AquaMaof Aquaculture Technologies Ltd., a world leader in Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology, has announced that its proprietary RAS technology for commercial land-based production of shrimp will be ready for market in 2020.

After three years of research in its R&D facility located in southern Israel, AquaMaof has successfully adapted its RAS technology to the production of L vannamei shrimp with a high-survival rate and disease-free results.

Seafood is considered a healthier source of protein than other animal products, and this fact stimulates the growing demand for shrimp consumption globally. In terms of volume, the global shrimp market was pegged at 4.66 million tons by the end of 2018, and is expected to reach 5.83 million tons by 2024. However, the traditional ponds culture has not been able to keep up with the global demand, due to a continuous struggle with shrimp diseases and high mortality rates. As a result, there is a growing need for land-based technology for shrimp production.

AquaMaof has developed a solution that has successfully overcome these challenges, and, after three years of research, is ready to announce that its proprietary RAS technology for commercial land-based production of shrimp will be ready for market in 2020. AquaMaof successfully achieved high-density shrimp production, high shrimp survival rates, and low FCR (Food Conversion Ratio) – all in a disease-free environment, with very low bacterial counts in the water. Additionally, AquaMaof’s technology facilitates control over the colour of the shrimp and their genetics, enabling production of a high-quality end product. The technology also enables partial harvest in different sizes, while maintaining low operational costs.

“Three years ago we began to notice growing shrimp demand, on the one hand, and the many challenges faced by the traditional shrimp aquaculture industry, on the other. We decided to adapt our proven integrated RAS technology for the indoor production of shrimp. Moving production indoors in a closed containment environment, has enabled us to overcome many of the industry’s challenges and become the first company to offer a commercial end-to-end solution” explained David Hazut, CEO of AquaMaof. 

“Over the course of three years, we are very proud of the achievements we have made, such as high densities of shrimps with no negative effect on growth rates, whilst maintaining a disease-free environment.”

A company statement said: “AquaMaof’s RAS technology provides a solution for responsibly-farmed and harvested aquaculture practices, for many aquaculture species. AquaMaof’s facilities are strategically located adjacent to large cities, which dramatically reduces transportation costs, and produce fresh, natural, and high-quality fish at competitive prices. AquaMaof promotes sustainable practices that include proprietary water recycling techniques and low power consumption. There are no antibiotics, hormones or chemicals used in the farming process. AquaMaof’s Integrated RAS technology enables year-round harvest.”

AquaMaof will be at China Fisheries & Seafood Expo 2019, Qingdao, October 30 – November 1st, Hall W1, stand #0315. During the event, the company will highlight its integrated RAS solutions for the production of Shrimp, Atlantic Salmon, and other species.