The Aquaculture Podcast Show - Microalgae Strategy in Tilapia Diets | Ep. 46
Feb 02, 2026In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how functional feed ingredients are reshaping tilapia nutrition beyond simple fish meal replacement. Examining microalgae inclusion strategies, pigment deposition, protein limitations, lipid quality, and omega three enrichment. Practical insights highlight finishing diets, economic trade-offs, and future processing solutions for microalgae biomass. Learn actionable insights to improve fish quality and value. Listen now on all major platforms!
Inspired by the 2023 article titled "Dietary influence of selected microalgae on carotenoid concentration, nutrition and biochemical composition of fry Nile tilapia" by Islam, Kafia, et al.
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What you’ll learn:
- Functional feed strategy
- Natural pigmentation control
- Protein digestibility limits
- Omega three enrichment
- Finishing diet design
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