Shrimp Aquaculture Analytics Dashboard இறால் நீர்வள பகுப்பாய்வு டாஷ்போர்டு එළවළු ජලකෘෂි විශ්ලේෂණ පුවරුව

Real-time Industry Performance Report 2023-2024 உண்மையான நேர தொழில் செயல்திறன் அறிக்கை 2023-2024 සජීවී කර්මාන්ත කාර්ය සාධන වාර්තාව 2023-2024

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12%

Active Aquaculture Facilities

Across 4 regions

8.2%

Total Production

0 MT

2023 Annual Output

15.3%

Export Revenue

Rs. 10.4B

YoY Growth

9.5%

Employment

Direct Jobs Created

Production Trends (2018-2023)

Annual shrimp production in metric tons

Species Distribution

L. vannamei

88%

P. monodon

12%

Regional Production Distribution

Export Markets 2023

Regional Performance Breakdown

Detailed metrics by region

Region	Active Aquaculture Facilities	Production (MT)	Market Share	YoY Growth	Avg Aquaculture Facility Size
Puttalam	1,994	14,145	75.0%	+9.2%	7.1 MT
Batticaloa	399	2,829	15.0%	+7.8%	7.1 MT
Mannar	199	1,415	7.5%	+5.4%	7.1 MT
Mulathivu	66	471	2.5%	+11.2%	7.1 MT
TOTAL	2,658	18,860	100%	+8.2%	7.1 MT

Vision 2027 - Production Targets

2024 Target

22,000 MT

85.7% progress

2025 Target

26,000 MT

Projected

2026 Target

31,000 MT

Projected

2027 Vision

35,000 MT

On Track

Data Sources: NAQDA Annual Report 2023 | Central Bank of Sri Lanka | Export Development Board | FAO Statistics 2024

Last Updated: January 31, 2025 | Auto-refreshes from live data sources

📚 Shrimp Aquaculture Knowledge Center

Complete Scientific Database for Shrimp Aquaculture Excellence

Disease Management Encyclopedia

Complete guide to identifying, preventing, and treating common shrimp diseases

CRITICAL Viral

White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV)

Highly contagious viral disease causing 100% mortality within 3-10 days. White spots on carapace.

Mortality Rate: 90-100%

Onset: 3-10 days

Trigger: Stress, temperature change

Prevention:

✓ SPF post-larvae only
✓ Strict biosecurity protocols
✓ PCR testing before stock deployment
✓ Avoid sudden temperature changes

HIGH RISK Bacterial

Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS/AHPND)

Acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease affecting post-larvae within 30 days of stock deployment.

Mortality Rate: 40-100%

Onset: Within 30 days

Cause: Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Prevention:

✓ Quality PL selection (PCR tested)
✓ Probiotic water treatment
✓ Reduce stock deployment density
✓ Immunostimulant nutrition management

MODERATE Viral

Infectious Hypodermal and Hematopoietic Necrosis (IHHNV)

Parvovirus causing growth deformities and runt-deformity syndrome (RDS).

Mortality Rate: 10-30%

Effect: Stunted growth, deformities

Species: P. vannamei, P. stylirostris

Prevention:

✓ Use IHHNV-free broodstock
✓ Selective broodstock management programs
✓ Cull infected shrimp
✓ Maintain optimal water quality

COMMON Bacterial

Vibriosis

Bacterial infection causing luminescence, shell disease, and systemic infection.

Mortality Rate: 20-60%

Cause: Vibrio harveyi, V. parahaemolyticus

Symptom: Glowing shrimp (luminescence)

Treatment & Prevention:

✓ Probiotic application (Bacillus sp.)
✓ Reduce organic matter
✓ Maintain DO >5 mg/L
✓ Avoid overfeeding

SEVERE Viral

Yellow Head Disease (YHD)

Viral disease affecting P. monodon, characterized by yellow discoloration of cephalothorax.

Mortality Rate: 80-100%

Onset: 2-3 days

Species: Mainly P. monodon

Prevention:

✓ Avoid carrier species contact
✓ Strict quarantine procedures
✓ Immediate culture system drainage if detected
✓ Disinfection with chlorine

MODERATE Fungal/Environmental

Black Gill Disease

Fungal infection of gills causing black/brown discoloration and respiratory distress.

Mortality Rate: 15-40%

Effect: Reduced oxygen absorption

Trigger: Poor water quality

Treatment & Prevention:

✓ Improve water circulation
✓ Increase aeration (DO >6 mg/L)
✓ Reduce stock deployment density
✓ Apply probiotics

🚨 Emergency Disease Response Protocol

STEP 1: Immediate Actions

• Stop nutrition management immediately
• Increase aeration to maximum
• Collect samples for lab testing
• Isolate affected culture system

STEP 2: Diagnosis

• PCR testing for viral diseases
• Bacterial culture for Vibrio
• Microscopy for parasites
• Water quality analysis

STEP 3: Treatment/Control

• Apply specific treatments
• Consider early production output
• Disinfect equipment
• Report to NAQDA

Water Quality Management Guide

Essential parameters and optimal ranges for successful shrimp culture

💨

Dissolved Oxygen (DO)

>5 mg/L

Optimal: 6-8 mg/L

Critical: Most important parameter

Monitor: 2-3 times daily

Below 3 mg/L: Emergency aeration

Increase DO:

• Paddlewheel aerators
• Reduce nutrition management
• Water exchange

⚗️

pH Level

7.5-8.5

Optimal: 8.0-8.3

Affects: Growth, molting, immunity

Monitor: Daily

Critical: <7.0 or >9.0

Adjust pH:

• Low: Add lime (CaCO₃)
• High: Organic acids
• Gradual changes only

🧂

Salinity

15-25 ppt

Optimal: 18-22 ppt

Species: L. vannamei tolerates 0.5-40

Monitor: Daily

Tool: Refractometer or hydrometer

Species Tolerance:

• P. vannamei: 0.5-45 ppt
• P. monodon: 5-35 ppt
• Gradual acclimation

🌡️

Temperature

26-32°C

Optimal: 28-30°C

Affects: Growth rate, nutrition management

Monitor: 3 times daily

Critical: <25°C or >35°C

Temperature Effects:

• <25°C: Slow growth
• >33°C: Stress, disease
• Sudden changes: Critical

Ammonia (NH₃)

<0.1 mg/L

Toxic at: >0.5 mg/L

Control: Reduce nutrition management, water exchange, biofloc

Nitrite (NO₂⁻)

<0.5 mg/L

Toxic at: >1.0 mg/L

Control: Salt addition (Cl⁻), water exchange, probiotics

Alkalinity

80-150 mg/L

Stabilizes: pH levels

Increase: Lime, sodium bicarbonate

📅 Daily Water Quality Testing Schedule

Early Morning (6 AM)

✓ DO (lowest point)
✓ Temperature
✓ pH
✓ Visual inspection

Noon (12 PM)

✓ DO
✓ Temperature
✓ pH
✓ Nutrition Management observation

Evening (6 PM)

✓ DO (highest point)
✓ Temperature
✓ pH
✓ Nutrition Management check

Weekly Tests

✓ Ammonia
✓ Nitrite
✓ Alkalinity
✓ Transparency (Secchi disk)

Nutrition Management Management & Nutrition

Complete guide to feed formulation, nutrition management rates, and FCR optimization

🔬 Ideal Feed Composition

Crude Protein 35-40%

From fishmeal, soybean meal, etc.

Crude Fat 6-10%

Fish oil, squid oil, soybean oil

Crude Fiber ≤5%

Wheat flour, cassava

Ash ≤13%

Minerals (Ca, P, etc.)

📊 Nutrition Management Rate Table (% Body Weight/Day)

Shrimp Size (g)	Body Weight (%)	Frequency (times/day)
PL10-PL20	15-20%	6-8
0.1-1.0	8-12%	5-6
1-5	6-8%	4-5
5-10	4-6%	3-4
10-15	3-4%	3
15-20	2.5-3%	2-3
>20	2-2.5%	2

💡 Pro Tip:

• Use nutrition management trays to monitor consumption
• Reduce nutrition management if >20% feed remains
• Adjust based on molting cycle
• Target FCR: 1.2-1.5

✅ Feed Quality Checklist

Physical Quality

✓ Water stability >2 hours
✓ Uniform pellet size
✓ No mold or rancidity
✓ Proper storage (dry, cool)

Nutritional Quality

✓ Protein >35%
✓ Essential amino acids
✓ Omega-3 fatty acids
✓ Vitamins & minerals

Functional Quality

✓ Attractants added
✓ Immunostimulants
✓ Probiotics included
✓ Digestive enzymes

Storage Guidelines

✓ Temp: <25°C
✓ Humidity: <60%
✓ Use within 3 months
✓ Elevate from floor

Broodstock Management & Hatchery Management

From broodstock selection to post-larvae production

Broodstock Selection Criteria

Weight & Size

• Female: 30-50g (P. vannamei), 150-250g (P. monodon)
• Male: 25-40g (P. vannamei), 120-200g (P. monodon)

Physical Characteristics

• Normal body shape & coloration
• Complete appendages (no missing legs)
• Clean gills & carapace
• Active swimming behavior

Health Status

• SPF certified (WSSV, IHHNV, TSV negative)
• No visible diseases or parasites
• PCR tested for all major pathogens

Maturation Protocol

Eyestalk Ablation

• Unilateral ablation (remove one eyestalk)
• Sterilize equipment
• Apply antibiotic ointment
• Maturation time: 3-5 days

Maturation Tank Conditions

• Temperature: 28-30°C
• Salinity: 30-35 ppt
• Photoperiod: 12h light, 12h dark
• Gentle aeration

Nutrition Management for Maturation

• Fresh squid, polychaete worms
• Artemia, mussel meat
• Feed 4-5 times daily
• 15-20% body weight per day

🦐 Larval Development Stages

Nauplius

Day 0-2

• Size: 0.3-0.4 mm
• No nutrition management
• Uses yolk sac
• 6 stages (N1-N6)

Zoea

Day 2-5

• Size: 0.8-1.5 mm
• Feed: Diatoms
• 3 stages (Z1-Z3)
• Density: 80-100/L

Mysis

Day 5-8

• Size: 1.5-3.0 mm
• Feed: Artemia
• 3 stages (M1-M3)
• Density: 60-80/L

Post-Larvae

Day 8-12

• Size: 3-6 mm
• Feed: Artemia+Feed
• PL1-PL4
• Density: 40-60/L

PL for Sale

Day 12-20

• Size: 6-12 mm
• Feed: Formulated
• PL10-PL15
• Ready to stock

Acclimation

Before Stock Deployment

• Temp: Gradual
• Salinity: Adjust
• Time: 2-3 hours
• Stress test

Downloadable Resources

📄

Complete Aquaculture Facility Manual

200-page comprehensive guide covering all aspects of shrimp aquaculture

PDF 45,230 downloads

📊

Excel Calculators

ROI, FCR, nutrition management rate, stock deployment density calculators

XLSX 32,100 downloads

🎥

Video Tutorials

50+ hours of practical training videos from experts

MP4 128,450 views

🦐

Complete Shrimp Production Guide முழுமையான இறால் உற்பத்தி வழிகாட்டி සම්පූර්ණ එළවළු නිෂ්පාදන මාර්ගෝපදේශය

Step-by-Step Guide from Facility Setup to Export நிறுவனம் அமைப்பிலிருந்து ஏற்றுமதி வரை படிப்படியாக வழிகாட்டி පහසුකම් පිහිටුවීමේ සිට අපනයනය දක්වා පියවරෙන් පියවර මාර්ගෝපදේශය

🇱🇰 Specifically for Sri Lankan Producers இலங்கை உற்பத்தியாளர்களுக்காக மட்டும் ශ්‍රී ලංකා නිෂ්පාදකයින් සඳහා විශේෂයෙන්

120

Days Total மொத்த நாட்கள் මුළු දින

Major Phases முக்கிய கட்டங்கள் ප්‍රධාන අදියර

Rs. 5M

Avg. Investment சராசரி முதலீடு සාමාන්‍ය ආයෝජනය

7,100

kg/ha Expected எதிர்பார்க்கப்படும் kg/ha අපේක්ෂිත kg/ha

120-Day Production Timeline 120 நாள் உற்பத்தி காலவரிசை 120-දින නිෂ්පාදන කාලරේඛාව

Phase 1

📋

Planning திட்டமிடல் සැලසුම් කිරීම

Phase 2

🏗️

Construction கட்டுமானம் ඉදිකිරීම්

Phase 3

💧

Culture System Prep பயிர் அமைப்பு தயாரிப்பு කල්චර් පද්ධති සූදානම්

Phase 4

🌊

Water Fill நீர் நிரப்பு ජලය පිරවීම

Phase 5

🦐

Stock Deployment பங்கு இடைநீக்கம் කොටස් යැවීම

Phase 6

🍽️

Nutrition Management ஊட்டச்சத்து மேலாண்மை පෝෂණ කළමනාකරණය

Phase 7

📊

Monitoring

Phase 8

💊

Health Mgmt

Phase 9

📈

Growth

Phase 10

🎣

Production Output

Phase 11

❄️

Processing

Phase 12

✈️

Export

Click on any phase to jump directly to detailed instructions

Planning & Licensing

Duration: 30-45 days | Cost: Rs. 150,000 - 300,000

Progress

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1.1 Site Selection & Feasibility Study

Choose optimal location for shrimp aquaculture facility in Sri Lanka

Best Regions in Sri Lanka:

✓ Puttalam District: 75% of SL production (Kalpitiya Peninsula)
✓ Batticaloa: Eastern coastal areas, good water quality
✓ Jaffna: Lagoon systems, traditional areas
✓ Mannar: Growing region with potential

Site Requirements:

• Soil: Clay or sandy clay (pH 6.5-8.5)
• Water: Salinity 15-35 ppt, minimal pollution
• Access: Road connectivity, electricity available
• Land: Minimum 0.5 hectare (1.25 acres)
• Distance: >500m from residential areas

💰 Cost Breakdown:

• Soil testing: Rs. 25,000
• Water analysis: Rs. 15,000
• Survey & mapping: Rs. 50,000
• Consultant fees: Rs. 75,000

⏱️ Timeline:

• Site visits: 3-5 days
• Testing: 7-10 days
• Analysis: 5-7 days
• Report: 3-5 days

1.2 Obtain NAQDA License & Permits

Complete all legal requirements for shrimp aquaculture in Sri Lanka

🚨 MANDATORY Requirements:

NAQDA Registration: Apply at regional NAQDA office
Aquaculture License: Submit aquaculture facility plans, EIA report
Coastal Conservation Permit: If within 300m of coast
CEA Approval: Environmental clearance certificate
Local Authority Approval: Pradeshiya Sabha/Municipal Council

📋 Documents Needed:

✓ Land ownership documents
✓ Survey plan
✓ Feasibility study report
✓ Water quality test results

✓ NIC copies
✓ Business registration
✓ Bank details
✓ Passport photos

💵 License Fees (2025):

NAQDA Registration:

Rs. 10,000

Aquaculture License:

Rs. 25,000/year

Coastal Permit:

Rs. 15,000

CEA Approval:

Rs. 50,000

Total:

Rs. 100,000

1.3 Aquaculture Facility Design & Engineering

Professional culture system design and infrastructure planning

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Standard Culture System Specifications:

Size & Shape:

• Area: 0.5 - 2.0 hectares per culture system
• Shape: Rectangular (L:W = 3:1 to 5:1)
• Depth: 1.2 - 1.8 meters
• Freeboard: 0.5 meters minimum

Infrastructure:

• Dike width: 3-4 meters (top)
• Slope: 1:2 to 1:3 (inside)
• Drainage: Central drain with slope
• Gates: Monk-type inlet/outlet

💰 Engineering Costs (per hectare):

Design & drawings:Rs. 100,000

Soil survey:Rs. 50,000

Water system design:Rs. 75,000

BOQ preparation:Rs. 25,000

Total:Rs. 250,000

Phase 1 Summary:

Total Duration:

30-45 days

Total Cost:

Rs. 250K - 300K

Success Metric:

✓ All permits obtained

Construction Phase

Duration: 30-60 days | Cost: Rs. 2,500,000 - 5,000,000 per hectare

Progress

25%

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2.1 Land Clearing & Excavation

Prepare the land and excavate culture systems to specifications

2.2 Dike Construction

Build strong embankments around culture systems

2.3 Water System Installation

Install inlet, outlet, and drainage systems

Phase 2 Summary:

Duration:

30-60 days

Cost per Hectare:

Rs. 2.5M - 5M

Success Metric:

✓ Culture Systems hold water

Culture System Preparation

Duration: 7-14 days | Cost: Rs. 80,000 - 150,000 per hectare

Progress

33%

3.1 Culture System Bottom Preparation

Clean, level, and treat culture system bottom

3.2 Install Aeration System

Set up paddlewheel aerators and air diffusers

Phase 3 Summary:

Duration:

7-14 days

Cost:

Rs. 900K - 1.2M

Success:

✓ Ready for water

Water Filling & Conditioning

Duration: 3-5 days | Cost: Rs. 50,000 - 100,000

Progress

40%

4.1 Fill Culture System with Filtered Water

Gradually fill culture system through filtration system

4.2 Water Quality Conditioning

Prepare water chemistry for PL stock deployment

Phase 4 Summary:

Duration:

3-5 days

Cost:

Rs. 50K - 100K

Success:

✓ Optimal conditions

Post-Larvae Stock Deployment

Duration: 1 day | Cost: Rs. 750,000 - 1,200,000 per hectare

Progress

42%

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5.1 Source Quality Post-Larvae

Purchase SPF (Specific Pathogen Free) PL from certified hatcheries

5.2 Acclimation & Release

Properly acclimate PL to culture system conditions before release

Phase 5 Summary:

Duration:

1 day

Cost/ha:

Rs. 750K - 1.2M

Success:

✓ >90% survival

Nutrition Management Management

Duration: 90-120 days | Cost: Rs. 1,200,000 - 1,800,000 per hectare

Progress

75%

6.1 Feed Selection & Schedule

Choose quality feed and implement nutrition management program

Sri Lankan Feed Suppliers:

• CIC Feeds: Complete shrimp feeds (CP 35-40%)
• Cargill Ceylon: Premium aquafeed range
• PRIMA Ceylon: Cost-effective options
• Current price: Rs. 150-220 per kg (depending on protein %)

Nutrition Management Schedule by Growth Stage:

Days	Size	Feed %BW	Frequency
1-30	0.5-3g	8-10%	4 times/day
31-60	3-10g	5-7%	3 times/day
61-90	10-18g	3-5%	3 times/day
91-120	18-25g	2-3%	2 times/day

💰 Total Feed Cost (120-day cycle):

FCR (Feed Conversion Ratio):1.2 - 1.5

Expected production output per ha:6,000 - 7,500 kg

Total feed needed:7,200 - 11,250 kg

Average feed price:Rs. 180/kg

Total Feed Cost:Rs. 1.3M - 2.0M

6.2 Feed Monitoring

Use feed trays to optimize nutrition management efficiency

Phase 6 Summary:

Duration:

90-120 days

Feed Cost/ha:

Rs. 1.3M - 2M

Success:

✓ FCR < 1.5

Water Quality Monitoring

Duration: Daily throughout cycle | Cost: Rs. 150,000 - 250,000

Progress

Ongoing

7.1 Daily Parameter Testing

Monitor critical water quality parameters

🔬 Daily Testing Schedule:

Morning (6:00 AM):

• Dissolved Oxygen (DO)
• Temperature
• pH
• Transparency (Secchi disk)

Afternoon (3:00 PM):

• DO (again)
• Temperature
• Salinity
• Observe shrimp behavior

Weekly Laboratory Tests:

• Ammonia-N (NH₃-N): <0.1 ppm
• Nitrite-N (NO₂-N): <0.1 ppm
• Nitrate-N (NO₃-N): <20 ppm
• Alkalinity: 100-150 ppm
• Send samples to NAQDA lab (Colombo/Batticaloa)

💰 Testing Equipment & Costs:

DO meter:Rs. 85,000

pH meter:Rs. 35,000

Salinity refractometer:Rs. 15,000

Secchi disk:Rs. 5,000

Test kit (NH₃, NO₂, NO₃):Rs. 25,000

Lab testing fees (weekly):Rs. 10,000/month

7.2 Record Keeping & Data Analysis

Maintain detailed records for trend analysis

Phase 7 Summary:

Frequency:

Daily

Equipment Cost:

Rs. 165K

Success:

✓ Stable parameters

Health Management

Duration: Ongoing | Cost: Rs. 100,000 - 300,000

Progress

Ongoing

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8.1 Disease Prevention Protocol

Implement biosecurity measures

8.2 Weekly Health Checks

Physical examination of shrimp samples

Phase 8 Summary:

Frequency:

Weekly checks

Biosecurity Cost:

Rs. 100K - 300K

Success:

✓ Zero disease

Growth Tracking

Duration: Weekly sampling | Cost: Rs. 20,000

Progress

80%

9.1 Weekly Biomass Sampling

Track growth rate and predict production output

Sampling Procedure:

1. Use cast net to collect 100-200 shrimp
2. Weigh total sample and count individuals
3. Calculate Average Body Weight (ABW)
4. Estimate total culture system biomass
5. Adjust nutrition management rates based on biomass
6. Record in logbook with date and DOC (Days of Culture)

Expected Growth Curve (Sri Lankan conditions):

DOC	ABW (g)	Weekly Growth
30	3-5g	1.0-1.5g/week
60	10-12g	1.5-2.0g/week
90	18-20g	2.0-2.5g/week
120	25-28g	Target production output size

Phase 9 Summary:

Frequency:

Weekly

Equipment:

Cast net + scale

Target ABW:

25-28g

Production Process

Duration: 1-3 days | Cost: Rs. 200,000 - 400,000

Progress

95%

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10.1 Pre-Production Output Preparation

Prepare for production output 24 hours in advance

10.2 Production Output Execution

Drain culture system and collect shrimp

Phase 10 Summary:

Duration:

1-3 days

Production Output Cost/ha:

Rs. 200K

Expected Yield:

6-7.5 tons/ha

Post-Production Output Processing

Duration: 1-2 days | Processing fee: Rs. 150-250/kg

Progress

98%

11.1 Processing Plant Options in Sri Lanka

Choose certified processing facility

11.2 Quality Grading & Pricing

Understand market grading system

💵 2025 Export Prices (FOB Sri Lanka):

Grade (count/kg)	Size	Price (Rs/kg)
30-40	Large	Rs. 1,500-1,800
40-50	Medium-Large	Rs. 1,200-1,500
50-60	Medium	Rs. 1,000-1,200
60-70	Small-Medium	Rs. 800-1,000
70+	Small	Rs. 600-800

*Prices for whole frozen (HOSO - Head-On Shell-On)

Phase 11 Summary:

Duration:

1-2 days

Processing Fee:

Rs. 150-250/kg

Avg. Price:

Rs. 1,200/kg

Export & Marketing

Duration: Ongoing | Revenue: Rs. 7M - 12M per hectare

Progress

100%

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12.1 Export Markets & Destinations

Major export markets for Sri Lankan shrimp

12.2 Revenue Calculation & Profitability

Expected returns from 1 hectare aquaculture facility

💰 Revenue Breakdown (1 hectare, 120 days):

Total production output:7,000 kg (average)

Average price (40-50 count):Rs. 1,200/kg

GROSS REVENUE:Rs. 8,400,000

📊 Cost Breakdown:

PL cost:Rs. 900,000

Feed cost:Rs. 1,600,000

Labour (4 months):Rs. 500,000

Electricity (aeration):Rs. 300,000

Chemicals & supplies:Rs. 150,000

Production Output & processing:Rs. 1,200,000

TOTAL OPERATING COST:Rs. 4,650,000

✅ PROFIT SUMMARY:

Gross Revenue:Rs. 8,400,000

Operating Costs:Rs. 4,650,000

NET PROFIT PER CYCLE: Rs. 3,750,000

ROI per cycle: 80.6%

Cycles per year: 2.5 cycles

ANNUAL NET PROFIT: Rs. 9,375,000

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! PRODUCTION CYCLE COMPLETE! 🎉

Cycle Duration:

120 days

Total Production:

7,000 kg

Net Profit:

Rs. 3.75M

Annual Potential:

Rs. 9.38M

Sri Lankan Shrimp Aquaculture Facility Cost Calculator

Aquaculture Facility Size (Hectares)

Stock Deployment Density (PL/m²)

Feed Price (Rs/kg)

PL Price (Rs/1000)

Estimated Costs (LKR)

Infrastructure: Rs. 0

Post-Larvae: Rs. 0

Feed: Rs. 0

Labour: Rs. 0

Utilities & Misc: Rs. 0

TOTAL INVESTMENT: Rs. 0

Expected Returns:

Expected Production: 0 kg

Revenue (@ Rs. 1200/kg): Rs. 0

Net Profit: Rs. 0

ROI: 0%

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Realistic Business Calculator

Based on NARA 2023 Case Study with REAL market data: LKR 960-975/kg aquaculture facility-gate price, Time-of-Use electricity, 15% export tax rate, 4-14% loan schemes, and 24-month cash flow projection.

✅ Proven 16.13% IRR ✅ Real Aquaculture Facility-Gate Prices ✅ TOU Electricity Model ✅ 5 Business Models

🏭 Step 1: Choose Your Business Model

🎯 Load Proven NARA 2023 Case Studies

Production Parameters

Culture System Area (m²)

1 hectare = 10,000 m²

Stock Deployment Density (PL/m²)

📘 NARA: 37 PL/m² (earthen) | 📗 100 PL/m² (HDPE)

Survival Rate (%)

📘 NARA: 63% actual | Industry: 63-85%

Production Output Weight (grams)

Typical: 18-22g

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR)

📘 NARA: 1.3 (EXCELLENT) | Good: < 1.5

Culture Period (days)

📘 NARA: 120 days (4 months)

Cycles Per Year

📘 NARA: 2 cycles/year | HDPE: 2.5

📊 Auto-Calculated Production Metrics

PLs Required

Expected Production Output

Production Output Weight (kg)

0 kg

Feed Required (kg)

0 kg

📊 Financial Results

Total Investment

Rs. 0

After subsidy

Annual Profit (After Tax)

Rs. 0

0% margin

BCR (Benefit-Cost)

0.00

Target: > 1.04

IRR (Internal Rate)

📘 NARA: 16.13%

Payback Period

0 yrs

📘 NARA: 4.6 years

Cost per kg

Rs. 0

Revenue per kg

Rs. 0

NPV (Net Present Value)

Rs. 0

Tax Savings (Export)

Rs. 0

📈 24-Month Cash Flow Projection

⚠️ Max Negative Cash

Rs. 0

Working capital required

⏱️ Months to Positive

Time until cash-positive

📅 Month 24 Balance

Rs. 0

Cumulative after 2 years

🎯 Sensitivity Analysis

Impact of ±10% change in key variables on annual profit

📊 Comparison to NARA 2023 Case Study

✅ Business Viability Assessment

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Shrimp Business Calculator

Complete Cost Analysis & Profit Projections

🇱🇰 Sri Lankan Market Data & Benchmarks

Step 1: Select Business Type

Step 2: Basic Details

Location/District

Aquaculture Facility Scale

Aquaculture System

Step 3: Production Parameters

Aquaculture Facility Area (Hectares)

1 ha = 2.47 acres

Stock Deployment Density (PL/m²)

Industry: 60-100 PL/m²

Survival Rate (%)

Typical: 70-90%

Production Output Weight (g)

Target: 20-25g

Culture Period (Days)

Standard: 100-120 days

Cycles per Year

Typical: 2-3 cycles

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR)

Good: 1.1-1.5

Step 4: Initial Capital Investment

A. Land & Infrastructure

Land Acquisition/Lease (Rs.)

Or annual lease cost

Culture System Construction (Rs./ha)

Industry: Rs. 5.7M-12M/ha

Buildings & Structures (Rs.)

Fencing & Security (Rs.)

Range: Rs. 300K-800K

B. Equipment & Machinery

Aerators (Rs.)

Rs. 200K-300K per unit

Water Pumps (Rs.)

Range: Rs. 300K-600K

Generator (Rs.)

Range: Rs. 900K-1.2M

Refrigeration (Rs.)

Range: Rs. 465K-600K

Testing Equipment (Rs.)

DO meter, pH meter, etc.

Other Equipment (Rs.)

C. Licenses & Permits

NAQDA License (Rs.)

Annual: Rs. 25,000

EPL & Other Permits (Rs.)

CEA, Coastal, etc.

D. Working Capital

Working Capital (months)

Typical: 6-8 months

Step 5: Operating Costs (Per Cycle)

Variable Costs

Post-Larvae Price (Rs./1000 PL)

SPF quality: Rs. 2,500-4,000

Feed Price (Rs./kg)

Range: Rs. 260-330/kg

Probiotics & Health (% of variable)

Typical: 3%

Electricity/Fuel per Cycle (Rs.)

Major cost item

Production Output Labor (Rs.)

Other Variable Costs (Rs.)

Fixed Costs (Per Cycle)

Salaries & Wages (Rs./month)

Rs. 8K-12K per worker

Maintenance & Repairs (Rs.)

Insurance (Rs./cycle)

Other Fixed Costs (Rs.)

Step 6: Pricing & Revenue

Aquaculture Facility-gate Price (Rs./kg)

Domestic: Rs. 450-600/kg

Export Price (Rs./kg)

Export: Rs. 600-900/kg

Export % of Production

0-100%

Step 7: Financing Options (Optional)

Loan Amount (Rs.)

Leave 0 for no loan

Interest Rate (% p.a.)

Typical: 4-9%

Loan Tenure (Years)

Typical: 5-7 years

Grace Period (Months)

Typical: 6-12 months

Total Investment

Rs. 0

Initial Capital Required

Annual Net Profit

Rs. 0

After all expenses

Benefit-Cost Ratio

0.00

Target: >1.04

Payback Period

0.0 yrs

Recovery time

📋 Detailed Financial Breakdown

Per Cycle (120 days)

Production: 0 kg

Gross Revenue: Rs. 0

Variable Costs: Rs. 0

Fixed Costs: Rs. 0

Net Profit: Rs. 0

Profit Margin: 0%

Cost per kg: Rs. 0

Annual (2.5 cycles)

Annual Production: 0 kg

Gross Revenue: Rs. 0

Operating Costs: Rs. 0

Annual Net Profit: Rs. 0

ROI per cycle: 0%

Annual ROI: 0%

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Disease Management Encyclopedia

White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV)

Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS/AHPND)

Infectious Hypodermal and Hematopoietic Necrosis (IHHNV)

Vibriosis

Yellow Head Disease (YHD)

Black Gill Disease

🚨 Emergency Disease Response Protocol

Water Quality Management Guide

Dissolved Oxygen (DO)

pH Level

Salinity

Temperature

Ammonia (NH₃)

Nitrite (NO₂⁻)

Alkalinity

📅 Daily Water Quality Testing Schedule

Nutrition Management Management & Nutrition

🔬 Ideal Feed Composition

📊 Nutrition Management Rate Table (% Body Weight/Day)

✅ Feed Quality Checklist

Broodstock Management & Hatchery Management

Broodstock Selection Criteria

Maturation Protocol

🦐 Larval Development Stages

Downloadable Resources

Complete Aquaculture Facility Manual

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1.1 Site Selection & Feasibility Study

1.2 Obtain NAQDA License & Permits

1.3 Aquaculture Facility Design & Engineering

Phase 1 Summary:

Construction Phase

2.1 Land Clearing & Excavation