Ceramic Technology from JAH Cultura Promises to Revolutionize Shrimp Farming
Singapore, Tuesday, 1 April 2025.
JAH Cultura in Singapore debuts ceramic alloy technology that boosts shrimp growth by 18.2% while reducing feed use, potentially revolutionizing aquaculture sustainability and efficiency.
Breakthrough Performance in Aquaculture
In a significant advancement for aquaculture sustainability, JAH Cultura’s proprietary Unitatem CULTURA ceramic alloy technology has demonstrated remarkable results in controlled testing. Studies at Singapore’s Aquaculture Innovation Centre revealed that shrimp grown with this technology achieved an 18.2% increase in body weight and 6% increase in body length over an eight-week period compared to control groups [2]. The innovation’s impact extends beyond growth metrics, with CEO Tan Chong Hui highlighting that faster growth cycles enable earlier harvesting, significantly reducing the risks associated with prolonged water exposure and disease vulnerability [2].
Enhanced Microalgae Production and Feed Efficiency
The technology’s benefits extend to the aquaculture ecosystem itself, with tests showing a 64.6% increase in Nannochloropsis microalgae growth after just seven days in treated water, accompanied by a 49.3% increase in biomass yield [2]. This substantial improvement in microalgae availability directly addresses one of aquaculture’s most pressing challenges: feed costs and sustainability [1]. The innovation marks a significant step forward for JAH Tech, which was founded in 2019 with the explicit goal of addressing environmental and societal challenges through deep tech solutions [3].
Commercial Implementation and Future Prospects
The technology has already demonstrated promising results in commercial applications. Since September 2024, implementation at Ebizu Aquaculture has led to a reduction in mortality rates of up to 75%, with dramatic improvements in fish recovery times from skin issues - dropping from six months to just ten days on average [3]. JAH Cultura is now expanding its horizons, planning extensive testing with a Singapore-based operation managing 800 ponds in Indonesia [2]. To facilitate adoption, the company is offering three-month trial periods to aquaculture operators, allowing them to validate the technology’s effectiveness in their specific operations [2].
Broader Agricultural Applications
While the immediate focus remains on aquaculture, JAH Cultura’s vision extends beyond shrimp farming. The company has scheduled commercial testing for various high-value crops, including mango, durian, and wasabi [3]. Earlier studies conducted by Republic Polytechnic demonstrated the technology’s versatility, showing yield increases of over 21% in bok choy seeds [3]. This expansion into diverse agricultural applications underscores the technology’s potential to address broader food security and sustainability challenges [GPT].