The strategies to increase fat digestion with emphasis on Sturgeon fish

Document Type : Tarvij

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1 International Sturgeon Research Institute

2 International Sturgeon Research Institute, Iranian Fisheries Science Research Institute, Agricultural1 Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Rasht, Iran, P.O. Box: 41635-3464

3 Fish Nutrient Expertnternational Sturgeon Research Institute, Iranian Fisheries Science Research Institute, Agricultural1 Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Rasht, Iran

4 Assistant professor - International Sturgeon Research Organization of the Caspian Sea

Abstract

In selecting aquatic feed ingredients, both the quantity and quality are essential for establishing a balanced diet. The composition of these nutrients directly influences the digestibility of the feed, which in turn affects the nutrition, health, growth, and development of aquatic animals. To maintain productivity and reduce production costs, increasing digestibility is a key strategy. Digestibility can vary not only based on the type of feed but also according to the species and the methods used in fish farming. Staying informed about new concepts and developments in the aquatic feed production market is crucial for optimizing the intelligent and sustainable replacement of feed ingredients and their formulations, ultimately leading to improved efficiency. One effective strategy to reduce the cost of aquatic feed while maintaining optimal efficiency is to decrease the protein content and increase the fat content, all while adhering to appropriate protein-to-energy ratios in the diet. This increase in fat content is typically accompanied by the addition of supplements such as enzymes and emulsifiers, which aid aquatic animals in digesting fats more effectively. In this study, we aim to introduce several common feed additives that play a significant role in enhancing fat digestion within the digestive tracts of aquatic animals.

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