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Tasawar Iqbal, Ume Salma, Nadeem Ahmed, Ali Ahmad, Sidra Altaf.

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Shrimp farming in Pakistan is an emerging sector with significant economic and ecological impacts. This article explores the current state of shrimp farming. Economic Potential, Challenges and Trends Pakistan's coastal waters offer many opportunities for aquaculture but the industry remains underdeveloped compared to global standards. The main shrimp farms are located in Sindh and Balochistan, with Penaeus wannamei (white shrimp) and Penaeus monodon (black tiger shrimp) being the main species. Important challenges insufficient infrastructure limited technical expertise and environmental concerns such as habitat degradation. However, government initiatives international cooperation and advances in aquaculture technology are gradually improving the sector. This review emphasizes the need for sustainable practices and policy reforms to unlock the full potential of shrimp farming in Pakistan in line with global aquaculture development trends.

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