Exploring the Potential of Microalgae as Feed Ingredients for Sustainable Aquaculture: A Review of Nutritional and Environmental Benefits.

ABSTRACT: The increase and rapid population growth and higher demand for fish are driving the aquaculture industry to rapid expansion. One of the main challenges in aquaculture is to ensure sustainable feeds for fish in different aquaculture systems. Historically, aquafeed ingredients were fishmeal and fish oil, but the increase in price and the decrease in availability have resulted in the utilization of some plant-based aquafeed. One of the most utilized plant-based aquafeed and alternative protein sources is soybean meal (SBM). However, the use of aquafeed high in plant protein affects the growth performance, and the production of SBMs requires arable land and freshwater that could be used for crops for human consumption. The substitute aquafeed must possess valuable content, including protein wi

SUBMITTER: Hachimi Alaoui M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12836876 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature