Taiwan Highway 11 White Shrimp Introduction
"The products that I can eat safely are the ones I dare to share with customers." This is the philosophy of the owner of White Shrimp King along Highway 11, which he also imparts to his children. He adheres to this simple belief while farming white shrimp. Utilizing the unique marine advantages of Chenggong Township in Taitung, he raises white shrimp in pure seawater without extracting groundwater, thus preserving the aquifer resources. Although white shrimp farmed in pure seawater grow more slowly than those in freshwater, the shrimp that mature in a marine environment have a firmer texture and do not feel bland. After more than ten years of improvement, the ponds are designed with a hard bottom, providing a cleaner growing environment compared to the mixed farming methods in sandy bottom ponds in the western region. Moreover, he monitors the ever-changing water quality day and night, which is a secret to successful shrimp farming. This secret lies in sunshine and seawater; these two elements help control the bacteria and algae in the ponds without relying on any antibiotics or chemicals, allowing him to provide healthy white shrimp for consumers. Because of this, every batch of healthily grown white shrimp stands out after undergoing natural selection, backed by a long growth period and an inevitably low yield associated with natural farming. Even though the farming process faces many challenges, the commitment to share health is the driving force for the owner to persist. More importantly, having health...
