Aquaculture Management: A study on shrimp farming practices

Shrimp aquaculture activities which started as a small scale individual practice in Choryasi and Olpad taluka, has transformed itself into a major sector with regards to the fishing industry in Surat District. Naturally available brackishwater environments and suitable climate has encouraged the development of Shrimp aquaculture in these areas. This study is an attempt to study and understand the practices adopted by the shrimp farmers in these regions along with the management practices adopted by them during their culture period. Shrimp aquaculture is regarded as a high risk activity where in the success of the crop is determined by a combination of factors. In the recent times shrimp aquaculture farmers in these regions have experienced various problems and challenges resulting in high economic losses. This study tries to identify the problems and issues associated with the shrimp farming in Choryasi and Olpad Taluka of Surat District and understand its impact.