Prawn Information
Essential Literature
A wealth of information on freshwater prawn culture is available on the internet. Here are some essential links to view:
Literature - State Extension / Outreach / Books / Regional Aquaculture
Summary of Culture Methods
The following links will provide a basic overview of the methods for all phases of freshwater prawn culture.
There are four basic steps to culture of freshwater prawns. A summary of each stage is provided. Click on the following links.
Broodstock Holding and Maintenance
Diseases
Freshwater prawns are not susceptible to viruses common to marine or penaeid shrimp. However, they can become infected with several different diseases. Disease has never been a problem with the freshwater prawn industry. Some links are provided which provide further information on diseases of freshwater prawns.
Click to view information about bacterial shell disease http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sci/shelldis/pages/chpdsp_e.htm#dtAt
Freshwater Prawn Industry in Illinois
The freshwater prawn industry in Illinois has experienced rapid growth in the last four years. Some of the reasons for success have been proper education of growers by Shawnee Community College and the formation of the Shawnee Freshwater Prawn Growers Association. This combination has provided growers with the necessary knowledge and training to successfully produce and market freshwater prawns in Illinois.
The growth of the freshwater prawn industry in Illinois over the past five years.
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