With the goal of establishing clear and achievable objectives for King Crab cultivation, the team from the Instituto Mexicano de Investigación en Pesca y Acuacultura Sustentables (IMIPAS) in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, hosted Sara Morales (Executive Director), Paola Gómez, and Félix Martínez from Fundación Cayos Cochinos for specialized training.
Led by experts Sara Gutiérrez Plata, Nuria Estrada, and Karina Mukul, the training covered essential techniques to support the launch of Honduras' first King Crab cultivation pilot project. Key topics included:
Pond management and cleaning
Measuring and feeding practices for the crabs
Handling reproductive females
The sessions also focused on defining measurable goals and outlining the first steps needed to begin the pilot. Emphasis was placed on understanding aquaculture system dynamics, water quality, and its critical parameters to create a strong foundation for the initiative.
This collaborative effort marks a significant advancement in marine research and sustainable aquaculture practices in the region, paving the way for innovative resource management and conservation efforts.
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