Challenges and Opportunities of Large-scale Sustainable Shrimp farming in Bangladesh: A case Study of Chittagong

Abstract

Shrimp farming is one of the critical drivers of Bangladesh economy. In several coastal areas in Bangladesh shrimp farming is one of the key economic activities. In Chittagong, locals conduct large-scale shrimp farming. While the economic activity provides a critical economic outlook for the region, some challenges exist, which include environmental impact of the farming process, the deficiency of land to expand shrimp farming, and government initiatives aimed at securing the environment. However, opportunities also exist for Chittagong’s large-scale shrimp farmers to achieve sustainability in their farming process. Collectively, large-scale shrimp farming in Chittagong possesses several opportunities for growth, and despite the challenges that the industry might face, the suggestions the study makes can enhance the realization of a sustainable business venture in the sector.