Research
Scientists successfully swap all fish products in aquafeed to boost sustainable fish farming
Phys.org ·
The Brief
- Scientists report aquafeed trials in which all fish-derived ingredients were replaced.
- According to the United Nations, global fish production and consumption have reached new heights.
- More than 23 million people now work in the aquaculture industry.
Why it matters
Aquaculture is growing quickly, and the source says this growth is putting pressure on the sector's resources. Feeds without fish-derived ingredients bear directly on how sustainably fish farming can expand.
Who’s affected
- fish farmers and aquafeed producers
- researchers in aquaculture and sustainable food production
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Global fish production and consumption have hit new heights, according to the United Nations. People worldwide are consuming much more fish per capita, and more than 23 million people now work in the aquaculture industry. That booming business is putting pressure on the world's…