Arbiom: Trials support wood to feed protein’s candidature as fishmeal substitute
Biotechnology company, Arbiom, has provided additional details on results from fish feed and functionality trials of its wood-to-food protein ingredient
Why biosecurity is the best defence against tilapia lake virus The first confirmed case of tilapia lake virus (TiLV) in the USA emphasises the need for producers to ensure biosecurity is a top priority
Virus linked to mass tilapia mortalities on Lake Volta A new suspect has emerged in the search for the causes of the massive disease outbreak that has been affecting tilapia on Lake Volta in Ghana.
Taurine in farmed yellowtail diets may boost reproduction, survival Supplemental taurine in farmed yellowtail diets may increase spawning rate, total egg production and improve young fish’s survival rate, say researchers.
Rediscovering remedies: new methods for treating velvet disease As EU countries consider banning many chemical therapeutants used in fish farming, researchers suggest using humic substances and hydrogen peroxide sustainable
Processor expansion helps catfish farmers U.S. catfish farmers lost $14 million in income last year by selling fish that were too large. The expansion of a processor in Macon
How to optimise smolt survival at the marine transfer stage Ensuring smolt adapt successfully after transfer to marine sites is notoriously difficult, but Virginia Iglesias of the Fish Vet Group offers some valuable
We now understand at a molecular level how probiotic strains can kill pathogenic species Adding select probiotics to the diets of farmed catfish may improve both fish growth performance and the water quality of production ponds, says researcher.
The genes that could help tilapia breeders prepare for more intensive production Two genes that might help tilapia producers to selectively breed fish that perform better under crowded conditions have been identified in a new study.
Alltech first to formulate aquafeeds on net energy Alltech Coppens claims to have become the first aquafeed producer to formulate feeds for net rather than digestible energy
Why lumpfish benefit from live feeds New research has revealed that lumpfish exposed to live prey and frozen sea lice prior to transfer to marine sites perform better as cleaner fish once stocked
New strains, new gains for Nile tilapia producers A strain of tilapia that has been recently developed by WorldFish in Egypt is producing significantly improved fish yields, lower feed conversion ratios
Basil oil may boost tilapia growth Basil essential oil may improve the growth, intestinal function and performance of farm-raised juvenile Nile tilapia, say researchers.
Omega-3 and zinc are essential for barrier tissue health and robustness in salmon: Nofima Nofima scientists' work shows that zinc and omega-3 fatty acids provide an important interaction in the intestines and likely the gills of salmon.
Habituation is key: how to get the most out of lumpfish A new study has shown that lumpfish who have habituated to their surroundings will consume more sea lice and exhibit less biological stress.
A breakthrough for breeding Streptococcus-resistant tilapia Benchmark has announced its discovery of a significant quantitative trait locus (QTL) for Streptococcus iniae resistance in Nile tilapia.
The bacterium that's battling Streptococcus in tilapia New research suggests that including Bacilllus subtilis in tilapia diets can reduce mortality rates of those fish facing a Streptococcus challenge.
Butyrate shown to boost performance, immunity and resistance against possible infection Butyrate shown to boost performance, immunity and resistance against possible infection by pathogenic bacteria in tilapia
Grape pomace may support farmed fish facing disease challenge Supplementing grass carp diets with grape pomace flour may support fish’s gill health and energetic metabolism function during a disease challenge, say research
New study sheds light on how tilapia lake virus is spread A new study in the Journal of Fish Diseases has identified instances where tilapia infected with tilapia lake virus (TiLV) passed the disease onto