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According to CAT, the new tool – a low density (LD) panel – can help tiger shrimp (Peneus monodon) hatcheries make faster, more informed decisions, whether establishing a new breeding programme or optimising an existing one.
“This panel was built with flexibility and breeding efficiency in mind,” said CAT’s Dr Klara Verbyla, who led the team that developed the panel.
“It enables essential insights into relatedness, population structure, parentage and genetic sex – all at a marker density that balances data quality with practical value. It’s designed for programmes that may not need thousands of markers but still require actionable results. The right tool for the task ensures both return on investment and long-term genetic gains.”
Designed for value and adaptability, the panel allows monodon producers to align genotyping strategies with specific breeding objectives and budget. With rapid turnaround times, CAT says they it provides clients with timely, high-confidence data to inform critical selection decisions.
“What sets this panel apart is how well it translates to real-world use,” said Oscar Hennig, CAT’s commercial shrimp production expert, in a press release.
“As a former selective breeding programme manager, I’ve seen first-hand how balancing cost and insight can mean the difference between a breeding programme that survives and one that thrives. This tool gives breeding programmes a practical way to improve performance — without the unnecessary complexity of non-essential markers,” he added.
According to CAT, more genotyping options mean greater opportunity for innovation, efficiency, and long-term success in the industry.
“At CAT, our core purpose is to support productivity, sustainability and global food security,” added Dr Verbyla. “Bringing new genetic tools to market is part of that mission – and this panel is another step toward empowering shrimp producers to achieve their goals.”
