Agrata operates the world's first recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) hatchery for mud crab, providing farmers with the technology and management tools needed for sustainable, large-scale production. This approach reduces reliance on wild-caught crabs, promoting environmental responsibility while enabling farmers to profitably cultivate both soft and hard-shell crabs for global export.
Funding
$2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional mud crab farming relies heavily on wild-caught crab seeds, leading to inconsistent supply, environmental degradation, and challenges in achieving sustainable, large-scale production. This dependence limits the growth potential of the mud crab aquaculture industry and poses risks to wild crab populations.
Solution
Agrata has developed a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) hatchery for mud crabs, providing farmers with a reliable and sustainable source of crab seeds. This technology enables the creation of vertically integrated mud crab value chains, reducing reliance on wild-caught crabs and promoting environmental responsibility. By equipping farmers with the necessary technology and farm management capabilities, Agrata facilitates the profitable and sustainable farming of mud crabs at scale, fostering new cottage industries that can compete with existing aquaculture sectors.
Target Audience
Agrata's primary customers are mud crab farmers in South East Asia and beyond who are seeking a sustainable and profitable alternative to traditional wild-caught crab farming.
Features
- Recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) hatchery for mud crabs
- Vertically integrated mud crab value chains
- Sustainable production of crab seeds, reducing reliance on wild-caught crabs
- Technology and farm management tools for farmers
- Support for both soft and hard-shell crab cultivation