Effects of Garlic on Growth Performance and Immune System in Aquatic Species

Garlic: A Valuable Functional Feed Additive in Aquaculture In recent years, the use of plant-based feed additives in aquaculture has gained considerable attention due to increasing restrictions on antibiotic use and growing concerns about antimicrobial resistance. Among medicinal plants, garlic (Allium sativum) is one of the most extensively studied natural additives because of its antibacterial, […]

Enhancing Vitamin D3 in Rainbow Trout Fillet Through Dietary Vitamin D3 Supplementation

Salmonid farmed fish are one of the important sources of vitamin D in the human diet; however, the level of vitamin D in their flesh strongly depends on feed formulation. Given recent changes in European Union regulations and the increased permitted limit of vitamin D3 in feed, there is a growing need to evaluate the […]

Redefining Energy and Amino Acid Sources in Shrimp Feed Across Different Farming Temperatures

Researchers: Jalil Opeimi Agbola and Kike Zhang Study Summary This study investigated how different ratios of protein, lipid, and starch (at a constant digestible energy level) affect growth performance, feed conversion ratio, protein retention, and gut microbiome composition in shrimp at two temperatures (24°C and 29°C). Diet Design Isocaloric: All diets had equal digestible energy. […]

A General Guide to Choosing High‑Quality Fish Feed

Choosing the right feed is one of the most important factors in successful fish farming. High-quality feed leads to better growth, lower mortality, improved feed conversion ratio, and better water quality in ponds. The following points can help in selecting suitable feed. 1. Physical appearance of the feed When purchasing fish feed, first pay attention […]