Our shrimp & fish farm
Find out here how our Bavarian shrimp and GOOD GROUPER are bred
Shrimp Made in Germany
Sustainable & particularly tasty saltwater white tiger shrimp
Our delicacy, the Bavarian shrimp , has its origins in the state of pretzels and beer. Since 2015, there has been a closed aquaculture farm just outside Munich in Langenpreising, where shrimps are bred regionally. From the outside, the building looks like a large and simple warehouse; it contains a state-of-the-art recirculation system or RAS system (Recirculating Aquaculture System).
Our sister company Oceanloop Munich has been breeding sustainable and particularly tasty white tiger shrimp here since 2016 (at that time under the founding name Crusta Nova) using innovative technology “Made in Germany”.
Since 2023, the Bavarian shrimp no longer comes exclusively from Bavaria. With the official merger with our long-standing innovation partner in Kiel, our delicacies now have a home in the far north at the Oceanloop Farm in Kiel. Oceanloop Kiel, like Oceanloop Munich, has been in operation since 2015 and is a real pioneer in land-based shrimp farming.
Homestory: This is how the Bavarian shrimp lives
Our colleague Kris, head of shrimp farming, will take you to our Oceanloop aquaculture in the Munich area and show you how Bavarian shrimp are produced sustainably and innovatively.
Our GOOD GROUPER from Northern Germany
The special delicacy from landbased farming
Grouper is an exceptional delicacy. However, overfishing plays a major role in this group of fish. In order to relieve the pressure on natural stocks and avoid environmental pollution, we rely on landbased farming in a closed water cycle. In addition, sustainable, innovative farming means that antibiotics and pharmaceuticals can be avoided.
Our sister company Oceanloop, which has been breeding our Bavarian shrimp in Langenpreising since 2016 and in Kiel since 2023, is also responsible for breeding our GOOD GROUPER. In addition to the White Tiger shrimp, our GOOD GROUPER has also been bred at the Kiel farm since 2024, with sales of the large fish starting in the same year.
The advantages of Oceanloop technology
Sustainable, high quality, innovative, regional & efficient
Sustainable production without antibiotics & water waste:
Oceanloop farms are closed RAS aquaculture facilities that not only minimize water consumption, but also do not use any chemicals and antibiotics or other additives. Excellent water qualities, self-developed, high-quality feed and special habitats ensure an optimal and species-appropriate environment in which the shrimp can grow with enough space.
Top quality thanks to technology “Made in Germany”:
Oceanloop technology is a prime example of German know-how. The intelligent 4.0 software controls all parameters to ensure optimal growing conditions. The shrimp are farmed in closed circuits without environmental influences, allowing for constant production throughout the year
Innovative cleaning processes:
The use of sophisticated cleaning processes and intelligent software solutions not only eliminates the need for chemicals, but also reduces water consumption to a minimum. The effluent water is cleaned mechanically and biologically before it is returned to the breeding tanks. This environmental awareness and sustainable technology sets new standards in shrimp farming.
Bavarian shrimp: A sustainable product with a sense of responsibility:
The shrimp from Oceanloop farms are not only a culinary delight, but also a step towards environmentally friendly and ethical shrimp production. The certification according to “Traceability” and “Biosecurity” standards not only guarantees the highest quality, but also transparency and safety for consumers.
Regional, location-independent breeding:
Oceanloop farms enable shrimp production regardless of location. This not only promotes the regional economy, but also reduces the ecological footprint as transport routes are minimized. It can be produced where it is consumed.
Use of the whole animal:
In shrimp farming, carcasses are usually produced as a by-product during processing into ready-to-cook shrimp or easy peel shrimp, which often remain unused. But at Oceanloop and HONEST CATCH, the carcasses of the Bavarian shrimp are processed into food in line with the idea of a circular economy. Instead of discarding them, the carcasses are carefully boiled to create a unique, intense flavor base for our Bavarian shrimp soup. The cream and the Asian soup are not only culinary enrichments, but also a respectful homage to sustainability and the responsible use of our food sources.
Q&A with our founder & CEO
From lawyer to shrimp farmer: get to know our founder Fabian. In this interview, you can find out how Fabian came to breed and farm Bavarian shrimp and which seafood is his favorite.
Oceanloop products exclusively at HONEST CATCH
You can choose between fresh, frozen, ready-to-cook or “easy peel” versions – depending on your taste and preference. From headless and shellless shrimp skewers to Bavarian shrimp carpaccio that is ready to serve in no time - at HONEST CATCH you will exclusively find the perfect selection for every occasion. Also try the new soup specialties that were developed in collaboration between Oceanloop & HONEST CATCH: The Bavarian Shrimp Soup Asia, made from 52% Bavarian shrimp carcasses, or the Bavarian Shrimp Cream Soup, which is made with 40% Bavarian shrimp carcasses and prepared in just a few minutes. The development of further products based on our Bavarian shrimp is already being planned - so please sign up for our newsletter so that you don't miss any more product innovations.
From the Bavarian shrimp
MEER-Rabatt
without head & shell, deveined
from 19,99 €*
On sale
Ready to serve in no time
9,99 €*
14,99 €*
199,80 € /kg
MEER-Rabatt
with head & shell
41,99 €*
83,98 € /kg
ready for portioning
12,99 €*
129,90 € /kg
MEER-Rabatt
headless, deveined
from 18,99 €*
MEER-Rabatt
9,99 €*
24,98 € /kg
Our view into the future
With the aim of establishing sustainable, land-based shrimp farming on a European level, the team at our sister company Oceanloop is facing exciting developments. Currently Dr. Fabian Riedel and Dr. Bert Wecker are working on expanding the Oceanloop Farm in Kiel and also planning a third and, once realized, the world's largest land-based shrimp farm with a breeding volume of 2,000 tons per year in Spain. 🦐
In our eyes, the future of sustainable seafood lies in a responsible fishing policy that does not burden people and the environment. In addition, land-based, innovative breeding will help ensure that we can continue to enjoy fish proteins with a clear conscience in the future. This will not only relieve the burden on the environment, but also ensure the highest standards in terms of avoiding antibiotics and chemicals. 🐙
At HONEST CATCH we attach great importance to environmentally friendly seafood of the highest quality. We play a responsible role through our constant efforts to ensure environmental compatibility and quality control. Our commitment to gentle fishing methods and the selection of fish and seafood from sustainable, strictly regulated stocks are the cornerstones of our actions. ⚓
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