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== Raising Shrimp in Aquaponics or Small Aquaculture Systems == Raising shrimp in an [[aquaponics]] system or a small [[aquaculture]] setup can be a rewarding and sustainable way to produce fresh seafood. This article will cover the basics of raising shrimp, including their hardiness, feeding requirements, breeding in captivity, and food preservation recipes. === Shrimp Species === Some popular shrimp species for aquaponics or small-scale aquaculture include: *[[Pacific White Shrimp]] (''Litopenaeus vannamei'') *[[Giant Freshwater Prawn]] (''Macrobrachium rosenbergii'') *[[Red Cherry Shrimp]] (''Neocaridina davidi'') === Hardiness === Shrimp are generally hardy creatures, but they require specific water conditions to thrive. Most species prefer: Temperature: 68-86Β°F (20-30Β°C) pH: 6.5-8.0 Salinity: 0-15 ppt (depending on the species) Ammonia and Nitrite: 0 ppm Nitrate: <40 ppm === Feeding === Shrimp are omnivorous and require a balanced diet of both plant and animal matter. Commercial shrimp feeds are available, but you can also supplement with: *Algae wafers *Blanched vegetables ([[spinach]], [[zucchini]], [[carrots]]) *Frozen foods ([[bloodworms]], [[brine shrimp]], [[daphnia]]) === Breeding in Captivity === Many shrimp species can be bred in captivity, given the right conditions. To encourage breeding: #Ensure optimal water quality #Provide hiding spots (plants, rocks, wood) #Maintain a balanced male-to-female ratio #Increase food availability === Food Preservation Recipes === Once you've harvested your shrimp, try these food preservation recipes: ==== Frozen Shrimp ==== #Clean and devein shrimp #Place in freezer bags, removing as much air as possible #Store in the freezer for up to 6 months ==== Pickled Shrimp ==== #Boil shrimp in a pickling brine (water, vinegar, salt, sugar, spices) #Pack cooked shrimp into jars with pickling liquid #Refrigerate and consume within 1 month ==== Dried Shrimp ==== #Boil shrimp for 1-2 minutes #Dry in a dehydrator or low-temperature oven until crisp #Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months
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