BIOMIN has published a new white paper on
how feed additives support the aquaculture industry in the face of shifting
consumer trends, market competition, regulation and environmental factors
A growth story
The study explores key industry trends that
will accompany significant growth, as aquaculture is projected to account for
nearly two-thirds of global seafood consumption by 2030.
“Fish and seafood are in prime position in
terms of the battle for affordable meat protein,” noted Prof David Hughes of
Imperial College London, in his remarks at the 2016 World Nutrition Forum.
“Farmed fish such as tilapia and pangasius
are highly efficient in converting fish feed into fish meat,” he said.
Sustainability key
However, efficient production alone does
not guarantee market success, as the recent decision by retailers in France,
Spain, Belgium and Italy to stop selling pangasius from Vietnam shows.
“In the white paper we explore a similar
scenario in 2013-14 when the pangasius market encountered a similar rough
patch,” stated Rui Gonçalves, Scientist at BIOMIN and author of the paper.
“These events serve as a reminder that
sustainable production methods are increasingly becoming a basic requirement
for exporters,” he added. The sustainability trend is likely to continue.
“By 2020, the overall quantity of fishmeal
used in aquafeeds is projected to fall to levels last seen two decades ago. The
number of sustainable certifications issued for aquaculture has risen from
basically zero in 2004 to more than 1100 last year. At the same time, the use
of chemicals and medicines has come under greater scrutiny from consumers,
particularly for export to Western markets,” explained Mr Gonçalves.
Innovative toolbox
"Feed additives are a tool in
sustainable aquaculture production that can be used to make aquaculture
production more efficient, reduce the need for medicated treatments and reduce
waste discharges while improving fillet quality," noted Mr Gonçalves.
BIOMIN has been at the forefront of
research on the impacts of mycotoxins in aquaculture species in recent years.
“At BIOMIN, our efforts to support the
aquaculture industry run the full gamut of value creation, starting with pure
research and carrying on through innovative product development, on-site
customer support, rapid customer service and education,” explained Edward
Manchester, Global Head of Aquaculture at BIOMIN.
“We partner with clients across the globe
in order to achieve genuine improvements in sustainability and profitability,”
he added.
To download the "Feed Additives for Profitable, Sustainable Aquacutlure", click HERE.
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