Biosipec – Neovia Vietnam Introduces High-Tech Intensive Shrimp Farming Project
Press Release
On September 22, 2017, Neovia Vietnam officially introduced its new high-tech intensive shrimp farming project – Biosipec – at its Aquaculture R&D Center. The event was attended by Mr. Hubert de Roquefeuil, CEO of Neovia Group. The project, developed for whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei), is based on innovative ideas integrating feed solutions with high-end technologies such as biosecurity, water treatment, aeration systems, and digital tools.
After conducting in-depth research on whiteleg shrimp farming in Vietnam—considering factors such as seed quality, weather, and farming risks—Mr. Raynaud Thomas, Aquaculture Technical Director at Neovia Vietnam, successfully developed a farming technique that exceeded expectations. Biosipec minimizes risks, reduces energy costs, and lowers environmental impact, while significantly increasing shrimp productivity per crop—ultimately maximizing profitability for farmers.
Biosipec incorporates several advanced technologies, including:
- A water treatment system to enhance biosecurity and prevent disease outbreaks.
- A specialized aeration system that reduces energy consumption while optimizing oxygen levels.
- An automatic feeding system with sound sensors that dispenses feed based on shrimp demand, thereby reducing the feed conversion ratio (FCR).
Mr. Raynaud shared:
“According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), in the first half of this year, Vietnamese shrimp exports increased by 15.7% compared to the same period in 2016, generating USD 1.56 billion in revenue. This upward trend is expected to continue through the second half of the year, especially during the holiday season with high global demand. Nutrition and farming techniques play a critical role in determining the quality and yield of shrimp. With Biosipec, we demonstrate that it is possible to produce shrimp successfully, differently, and sustainably. Biosipec enables up to 5 production cycles per year with a yield of 30 tons/ha/crop.”
Through this project, Neovia Vietnam reinforces its commitment to promoting sustainable aquaculture development in Vietnam.
Mr. Thomas Raynaud presenting the Biosipec Project
Fact Sheet
| BIOSIPEC System | Conventional System | |
|---|---|---|
| Grow-out days | 112 days | 90–120 days |
| Final shrimp size | 15 grams | 10–15 grams |
| Crops per year | 5 | 2.5 |
| Stocking density (shrimp/m²) | ||
| Nursery #1 | 10,000 | – |
| Nursery #2 | 550 | – |
| Grow-out | 200 | 100 |
| Survival rate | 80% | 30–50% |
| Yield per crop | 30 tons/ha/crop | 5 tons/ha/crop |
| Annual yield | 150 tons/ha/year | 12 tons/ha/year |
| Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) | 1.2–1.3 | 1.2–1.3 |
| Risk | Lower disease risk | Low disease control |
About Neovia Vietnam:
Operating in Vietnam since 1995 and inaugurating its first factory in Hanoi in 1997 under the name Guyomarc’h VCN, Neovia Vietnam has grown steadily over the years. The company currently operates five animal feed factories, two research centers (aquaculture and poultry), two breeding farms (pigs and ducks), and one independent laboratory.
Neovia Vietnam aligns with market trends and provides specific solutions through its six business lines in Vietnam: complete feed for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture; laboratory analysis services; veterinary products; premix; and pet care.
Neovia Vietnam distributes its products nationwide and exports to other Asian markets. To ensure timely and cost-effective product delivery, the company has developed a professional supply chain and an extensive distribution network. With 10 logistics hubs across the country, the company guarantees the highest service quality and customer satisfaction.
In 2015, Neovia Vietnam also established a branch in Cambodia to penetrate and expand into that market.
About Neovia Group:
Neovia Vietnam is a subsidiary of Neovia Group (France), a global leader in animal nutrition and health. Established in 1954, Neovia operates 75 factories worldwide, employs 8,300 people, and generates €1.7 billion in annual revenue. The Group manufactures in 28 countries and distributes its products and services in over 50 countries globally.
NEOVIA VIETNAM
- Head Office 1: GUYOMARC’H VCN Co., Ltd – Chem, Thuy Phuong Ward, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi – Tel: +84 24 38389 209 – Fax: +84 24 38387 110
- Website: www.vn.neovia-group.com
