Which species was farmed in ICAR-CIBA’s high-density brackishwater pond demonstration reported on 23 October 2026?

Introduction Aquaculture | Species diversification and formulated feed were central to the field demonstration. Explanation ICAR-CIBA demonstrated Blue Swimmer Crab, Portunus reticulatus, in brackishwater earthen ponds at Puthunemmeli in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. The stocking density was three crabs per square metre. Reported results after 120 days included 60% survival and productivity of 2,160 kg per hectare. CIBA’s formulated Crabplus feed replaced reliance on wild trash fish. These are results from a specific demonstration, not guaranteed yields for every farm. Important Notes Species: Portunus reticulatus. Institute: CIBA, Chennai. Demonstration: Puthunemmeli, Tamil Nadu. Density: 3/m². Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2327609