Health & Welfare

Influence of diet type on gut microbiome, nutrient assimilation in GIFT tilapia

Study compares effects of vegetable-based and commercial pellet-based diets on the nutrient assimilation and gastrointestinal microbiota of GIFT tilapia. 

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Finfish genetic improvement
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Health & Welfare

Finfish genetic improvement

Although the application of selective breeding and genetics can yield dramatic results, the use of genetically improved stock varies widely among aquaculture sectors. Virtually all Atlantic salmon and rainbow trout producers use improved stock, while use of genetically improved tilapia varies widely.