In Vietnam, shrimp breeds such as giant tiger prawns, lobsters, etc. are loved by farmers. So what other shrimp breeds will be the favorite choice of farmers with high economic value?
Currently, the shrimp industry is developing strongly and is increasingly popular. In particular, choosing the right shrimp breed is extremely important to ensure the success of the entire shrimp farming season. Let’s explore the top 5 shrimp breeds with the highest economic value in Vietnam to choose the right shrimp breed !
1.GIANT TIGER PRAWN (PENAEUS MONODON)
Topping the list is Giant tiger prawn. This is one of the marine shrimp species with the highest economic value in Vietnam. Giant tiger prawn is widely farmed in many countries and in Vietnam, the farming area is very large, bringing high output and export value, especially in markets such as Japan, the US and Europe. The selling price is often higher than other types of shrimp due to its delicious meat quality and large size. They are widely used in high-class dishes and luxury restaurants.
Image of Giant tiger prawn
Market price:
15 ones/kg: about 250 000 VND/kg
20 ones/kg: about 150 000 VND/kg
30 ones/kg: about 105 000 VND/kg
40 ones/kg: about 90 000 VND/kg
50 ones/kg: about 80 000 VND/kg
2. WHITELEG SHRIMP (PENAEUS VANNAMEI)
This shrimp species has good disease resistance, grows quickly and can be farmed at high density. Whiteleg shrimp has become one of the main farmed shrimp species in Vietnam.
Economic value: They have high economic value thanks to its ability to be farmed at high density and its fast growth rate. This is the main shrimp species in the aquaculture industry in Vietnam.
Application: They are used in many different dishes, from family dishes to restaurant dishes.
Market price:
30 ones/kg: about 180 000 – 190 000 VND/kg.
35 ones/kg: about 190 000 – 200 000 VND/kg
40 ones/kg: about 200 000 – 210 000 VND/kg
70 ones/kg: about 220 000 – 230 000 VND/kg
100 ones/kg: about 78 000 VND/kg
White leg shrimp prices may change depending on supply and market demand
3. GIANT FRESHWATER PRAWN (MACROBRACHIUM ROSENBERGII)
This is a freshwater shrimp species with high nutritional value and is commonly farmed in the Mekong Delta. Giant freshwater shrimp can be farmed in many different forms such as ponds, garden ditches, and rice fields.
They have high economic value thanks to its delicious meat quality and high selling price. This shrimp species can also be farmed in many different forms, helping to increase income for farmers. They are often used in specialty dishes and traditional dishes.
Image of Giant freshwater shrimp
Market price:
15-20 ones/kg: about 130 000 VND/kg
10-12 ones/kg: about 160 000 VND/kg
7-8 ones/kg: about 190 000 VND/kg
10-12 ones/kg (large size): about 420 000 VND/kg
7-8 ones/kg (large size): about 520 000 VND/kg
The price of green prawns may change depending on supply and market demand.
4. LOBSTER
Lobsters are often raised in clean seas with good environmental conditions. They have a very high economic value thanks to the delicious meat quality and high selling price.
Their prices are high due to the high demand from domestic and foreign markets.
They are often used in high-class dishes and luxury restaurants.
Market price:
Ornate spiny lobster: Frozen: about 500 000 – 800 000 VND/kg
Fresh: about 1 300 000 – 2 200 000 VND/kg
Scalloped Spiny Lobster: Frozen: about 650 000 – 750 000 VND/kg
Fresh: about 950 000 – 1 050 000 VND/kg
Alaska lobster: Small: about 950 000 – 1 000 000 VND/kg
Large: about 1 290 000 VND/kg
Lobster prices may vary depending on supply and market demand.
Image of lobster
5. GREASYBACK SHRIMP (METAPENAEUS ENSIS)
This is a species of marine shrimp with high economic value, commonly farmed in coastal areas. Shrimp has a fast growth rate and adapts well to farming conditions
Economic value: Shrimp has high economic value thanks to its fast growth rate and ability to adapt well to farming conditions. They also have a fairly high selling price on the market.
Application: Shrimp is often used in family dishes and restaurant dishes.
Current shrimp prices range from about 200,000 VND to 450,000 VND per kg depending on origin and quality. Wild shrimp often have a higher price due to the quality of the meat being sweeter and crispier.
Shrimp farming brings high economic value to farmers because of its nutritional value and development potential. With the above information about 5 shrimp breeds that bring high economic value, it will help farmers effectively choose the right breed.