Partial replacement of fishmeal with protein hydrolysates in nursery diets for Pacific white shrimp
Protein hydrolysates can be used as partial substitutes for fishmeal in P. vannamei nursery diets to maintain digestive enzyme activities.
What aquafeed ingredients can substitute for krill meal? Research team develops a method to find out
“We now have the methodology to determine if an ingredient can replace krill meal in a plant-based diet,” said Dr. Rick Barrows, author of a recent study.
Marine yeast and kelp flies replace fishmeal in salmon feed study
Kelp flies and marine yeast grown from seafood byproducts can replace fishmeal in salmon feed, promoting circular food production.
Survey reveals the prevalence of mycotoxins in livestock and aquatic animal feeds
Mycotoxin contamination in raw feed materials in the field and storage is detrimental to the health of animals and presents unique risks to fish.
The applications, benefits and challenges of using chitinase in aquafeeds
This review discusses how chitinase can improve feed digestibility, disease control and sustainability in aquaculture.
China approves the use of Calysta’s alternative protein in aquaculture feeds
Calysta has been approved by China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs to use its FeedKind® protein in fish and shrimp feeds.
Black soldier fly larvae meal cost-effectively replaces fishmeal in Pacific white shrimp postlarvae nursery diets
Black soldier fly larvae meal can effectively replace fishmeal in shrimp diets if nutrient balance and price sensitivity are properly considered.
Novel omega-3-rich canola oil approved for salmon feed use in Norway
Novel omega-3-rich canola oil makes fish healthier and minimizes dark melanin spots in salmon fillets, Nofima scientists say.
Consumer expectations and perceptions of farmed rainbow trout fed yellow mealworm meal diets
Alternative proteins like insect meals are not yet fully accepted, so this study sought to understand consumer preferences for a popular fish raised on insect-based feeds.
Skretting partners with Zooca Calanus to develop copepod-based aquaculture feeds
New partnership aims to develop a more sustainable aquafeed with Calanus finmarchicus, a tiny marine copepod rich in essential nutrients.
Yield10 and BioMar to commercialize omega-3 oil made from camelina
BioMar and Yield10 are set to commercialize a camelina crop containing enriched levels of EPA and DHA on par with fish oil.
Could fish sludge help address the ‘feed squeeze?’
SINTEF researchers are exploring if salmon sludge could be used to rear bristle worms – a potential alternative fish feed ingredient.
Tech firm and nutrient-recapture company partner on insect-based shrimp feed additive
Full Circle Biotechnology of Norway and HydroNeo of Thailand team up to make a high-protein, low-carbon feed for the aquaculture industry.
Nofima trial results support use of insect meal and insect byproducts in aquafeeds
Nofima researchers say that recent feeding trials show insect meal and a byproduct of black soldier fly processing can help salmon grow well.
Study quantifies the lysine requirement for Florida pompano on plant-based diets
Amino acid requirements need to be evaluated in Florida pompano diets involving more plant proteins, in order to create cost-efficient feeds.
Projects look to improve carbon footprint and biodiversity impact of aquafeeds
The Sustainable Fisheries Partnership aims to better understand, measure and reduce the environmental and carbon footprint of aquafeeds.