Untirta Introduces Micro-Nanobubbles Technology to Boost Shrimp Farm Productivity

Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University (Untirta) has introduced innovative Micro-Nanobubbles Generator (MNBG) technology to enhance the productivity of vaname shrimp farms in Domas Village, Serang Regency, Indonesia. This initiative aims to improve water quality, a critical factor in successful shrimp aquaculture.

The application of MNBG technology has yielded significant results, notably increasing dissolved oxygen (DO) levels in the ponds from 3.8 milligrams per liter to 5.1 milligrams per liter. Prof. Teguh Kurniawan, the project's lead, explained that MNBG produces micro to nano-sized air bubbles that remain suspended in water longer than those from conventional aeration systems. This extended suspension ensures more uniform oxygen distribution, directly benefiting water quality and shrimp development.

This program is supported by a grant from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology for Community Partnership Empowerment in 2026, in collaboration with the Domas Wanayasa Shrimp Pond Group Association (Gapoktam). Beyond introducing the aeration technology, the Untirta team provided comprehensive training covering vaname shrimp cultivation techniques, the assembly of MNBG devices, and effective marketing strategies for harvested products.

Dr. Dodi Hermawan, a team member, noted that vaname shrimp cultivation has surged following a decline in windu shrimp production due to the White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV). Vaname shrimp are favored for their faster growth, high survival rates, and availability as pathogen-free (SPF) and disease-resistant (SPR) post-larvae. Dr. Haroki Madani added that the micro- and nano-sized bubbles enhance oxygen transfer efficiency, stabilize water quality, promote shrimp growth, and reduce disease risks. Participants like Mushowir expressed that the training provided valuable new knowledge for their daily aquaculture practices.