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EU Aquaculture Assistance Mechanism

A taste for growth: Rapeseed lecithin improves the feed intake of post-juvenile rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

Description

Feed formulations low in fish meal and fish oil can decrease feed intake and nutrient digestibility. Dietary application of lecithins could improve growth performance and nutrient digestibility; however, knowledge about specific lecithins and their effects in post-juvenile fish is lacking. This study evaluated the effects of a commercially available rapeseed lecithin mixture on growth performance, feed intake, and nutrient digestibility of post-juvenile rainbow trout. Rapeseed lecithin can act as a feed attractant in fish meal and fish oil-reduced diets. 

Details

Original Author(s)
Kaiser, F.;
Schlachter, M.;
van der Sande, A. D.;
Schulz, C.
Topic(s)
Animal Health and Public Health, Communicating on EU Aquaculture, Diversification and Adding Value, Knowledge and Innovation
Geographical Coverage
International
Date
November, 2024
Source