Use of Algae in Aquaculture: A Review

• Published in: Fishes Vol. 9; no. 2; p. 63
• Main Authors: Vijayaram, Srirengaraj, Ringø, Einar, Ghafarifarsani, Hamed, Hoseinifar, Seyed Hossein, Ahani, Saman, Chou, Chi-Chung
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI AG 01.02.2024
• Subjects: Algae; Alternative energy sources; Amino acids; Animal diseases; Animals; Antimicrobial agents; Antioxidants; Aquaculture; Aquaculture practices; aquatic animal; Aquatic animals; Aquatic ecosystems; aquatic organisms; Bacteria; Biodiesel fuels; Biomass; Carbon; cost effectiveness; dietary additives; Dietary minerals; Disease resistance; Ecosystems; Emission standards; Environmental economics; Environmental management; Environmental stewardship; Fatty acids; Feed additives; Feed supplements; Feeds; Fish; fish meal; Fish oils; Fish-culture; Fishmeal; Food; food chain; Food chains; Food production; Food sources; growth performance; Immune system; Immunity; industry; Methods; Nutrients; Nutrition; Pollution; Polyculture (aquaculture); Proteins; Sterols; Sustainability; Sustainable aquaculture; sustainable development; Water quality; Water treatment; Taiwan

The utilization of algae in aquaculture is environmentally friendly, safe, and cost-effective and can effectively substitute for fish meal and fish oil in aquatic feeds. Incorporating algae as dietary supplements leads to significant enhancements in aquatic animals’ health and also improves the aqua...