Swiss prawn farming: a sustainable alternative to overfishing?

Linda Carstensen, 25.03.2025

Fresh Swiss prawns sounds like a joke, but it is a reality. In Pratteln, giant river prawns are harvested in a high-tech facility – sustainably bred, without chemicals, but with an impressive price tag. Is it worth it?

The oceans are overfished, the environment is hurting – and yet, imported fish remains the standard in landlocked countries like Switzerland. However, modern, domestic aquaculture offers an environmentally-friendly alternative. So why don't we buy it?

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Swiss prawn farming: a sustainable alternative to overfishing?