Description

Aquaculture, a key part of the global food system, balances between farmed and wild aquatic foods. Despite its rapid growth, the industry faces challenges such as protein source shortages in feed, pathogen susceptibility, and quality deterioration during culture and storage. Bacterial biomass offers a protein source for feed and helps protect against infections and spoilage. Over the past fifty years, aquaculturists have developed innovative technologies to enhance farming operations. As new production methods and species emerge, supporting engineering solutions will evolve. Measuring energy use across aquaculture activities helps identify inefficiencies and potential savings. The primary energy sources for aquaculture are solar radiation and fossil fuels, with no system relying solely on solar energy. This book provides a comprehensive review of fish nutrition, valuable for industry professionals and fish feed manufacturers.