Global Giant Prawn Leaders Unite in Huzhou, China
The GIANT PRAWN 2025 Conference, seventh edition of the top global conference for freshwater prawn farming (Macrobrachium spp.), is set for June 8-11, 2025, at the Dongwu New Century Grand Hotel Huzhou in Zhejiang Province, China. It will be organized by the Aquaculture Program of Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand, and Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China, in collaboration with the Zhejiang Institute of Freshwater Fisheries (ZIFF) and Huzhou University, China. GIANT PRAWN 2025 marks the next big event in this prestigious series, following the 2023 conference hosted by AIT in Bangkok in 2023. Designed to advance sustainable aquaculture practices and promote global collaboration in freshwater prawn farming, GP 2025 is focused on the theme “Navigating Innovation and Sustainability in Giant Prawn Aquaculture”.
Event Highlights
- Technical Sessions: Covering key topics such as hatchery technology, grow-out systems, genomics, nutrition, health management, marketing strategies, and new-age prawn farming systems and practices.
- Exhibition: Showcasing the latest technologies, products, and services from global leaders in aquaculture.
- Farm Tours: Offering attendees exclusive insights into Chinese prawn farms and hatcheries, demonstrating innovative practices and techniques.
The program will bring together leading experts, researchers, and industry professionals to share groundbreaking research, innovative practices, and sustainable solutions for freshwater prawn farming.
Publish and Network
Selected papers presented at GIANT PRAWN 2025 will be published in a special edition of the open-access journal Aquaculture and Fisheries (CiteScore: 6.7), published by Elsevier, with no publication fees. This presents a unique opportunity for attendees to gain recognition for their work while contributing to the broader aquaculture community.
Call for Participation
Researchers, practitioners, and aquaculture enthusiasts are invited to participate in this landmark event. Abstract submission is open now, with details available on the conference website.
- Register Now: Secure your spot at https://www.giantprawn.org/.
- Abstract Submission: Visit https://www.giantprawn.org/abstract.htm.
- Farm Tour Information: Details are available at https://www.giantprawn.org/tours.htm.
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with industry professionals, and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable freshwater prawn farming. GIANT PRAWN 2025 promises to be an inspiring and impactful event for the global prawn aquaculture community.
Contact Person: Dr. Krishna R. Salin
Email: [email protected]
