Northwestern Shrimp Excellence Centre
The Pambala Shrimp Centre is NAQDA's specialized facility dedicated exclusively to shrimp aquaculture development. Located in the heart of Sri Lanka's shrimp farming belt in Chilaw, Puttalam District, we serve as the technical backbone for the nation's shrimp export industry.
Disease Diagnostics
Advanced laboratory for shrimp health monitoring
Quality Breeding
SPF broodstock and post-larvae production
Export Support
Quality assurance for international markets
Strategic Importance
Sri Lanka's shrimp export industry generates significant foreign exchange, with products reaching premium markets in Europe, USA, and Japan. The Pambala Centre ensures sustainable production through disease management, quality seed supply, and continuous technical innovation.
Specialized Shrimp Species
Pacific White Shrimp
Litopenaeus vannamei
Primary commercial species with SPF (Specific Pathogen Free) broodstock program
Black Tiger Shrimp
Penaeus monodon
Indigenous species with superior taste and texture for premium export markets
Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
Our state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory is equipped to detect and monitor all major shrimp diseases, ensuring early intervention and maintaining the health status required for export certification.
Diagnostic Services
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WSSV Testing
White Spot Syndrome Virus detection
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EHP Screening
Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei monitoring
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AHPND Detection
Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease
Laboratory Capabilities
- PCR-based molecular diagnostics
- Histopathology examination
- Water quality analysis
- Feed quality testing
- Antibiotic residue testing
Comprehensive Farmer Support
Post-Larvae Supply
Quality SPF PL for commercial farms
Technical Training
Best practices in shrimp farming
Health Management
Disease prevention and treatment
Water Management
Optimal water quality maintenance
Certification Support
Export quality compliance
24/7 Helpline
Emergency disease response
Location & Contact
Address
Pambala
Chilaw, Puttalam District
Northwestern Province
Sri Lanka
Contact Information
Hotline: +94 32 XXX XXXX
pambala@naqda.gov.lk
www.naqda.gov.lk
Service Coverage
Primary service area includes Puttalam, Chilaw, and surrounding coastal districts with over 2,000 hectares of shrimp farms.
Map - Northwestern Coast