Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh October 24, 2024 – As the Indian shrimp farming grapples with the growing threat of Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP), Kemin is highlighting the urgent need for effective management solutions. EHP, a microsporidian parasite, is a silent profit killer in shrimp farms, severely impacting shrimp health and farm profitability.

According to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the probability of disease occurrence in Indian aquaculture is at a concerning 49%. This statistic underscores the critical need for aquaculture professionals to adopt robust strategies for managing EHP. Annually, the estimated losses due to EHP are around 49,000 metric tonnes of shrimp, leading to an economic impact exceeding ₹4,000 crores. Andhra Pradesh alone contributes over 73% of India’s shrimp production, further emphasizing the widespread impact of this issue. EHP not only affects individual farms but also has broader implications for the shrimp farming industry, influencing employment and livelihoods across rural and urban communities.

To tackle these challenges, Kemin has introduced Pathorol™️, an innovative solution designed to effectively manage EHP losses and enhance shrimp health. Dr. M. Rajalekshmi, Global Research & Development Director, commented: “Our commitment to innovation, backed by scientific research and practical applications, allows us to offer Pathorol™️, a multifunctional phytogenic based solution. Besides promoting shrimp hepatopancreatic health and reducing the impact of EHP, Pathorol™️ also mitigates the risk of secondary infections, ensuring maximum productivity and profitability for shrimp farmers.”

Dr. C. Sugumar, Commercial Director, emphasized Pathorol™️ as a transformative solution: “Pathorol™️ is proven to protect the overall health of shrimp, and when combined with biosecurity measures, it maximizes profitability in shrimp farming.”

Pathorol™️ has demonstrated its efficacy globally, with over 20 successful case studies from shrimp farms showcasing significant improvements in EHP management and overall farm productivity.

Grin Swangdacharuk, Global Marketing Director, highlighted the economic benefits of Pathorol™️: “Farmers supplementing Pathorol™️ expressed confidence in managing EHP effectively thereby minimizing crop loss and gained a minimum 5 to 20% increase in biomass”.

Kemin provides technical and laboratory services to help shrimp farmers implement the best practices for EHP management. Krishnan P., Regional Director, stressed the importance of these services: “By equipping farmers with the right knowledge and resources they need, we can collectively combat EHP, boost profitability, and promote sustainable aquaculture practices.”

As shrimp farming industry continues to play a vital role in our nation’s economy, Kemin remains dedicated to providing effective scientific solutions that help farmers to grow shrimp profitably.