EXPERIENCES ON IMPORTANCE OF DIET FOR SHRIMP POSTLARVAL QUALITY

P. Lavens, P. Sorgeloos-2000

Aquaculture, 191 (1-3): 169-176
Abstract:

This paper gives an overview of own experiences with respect to the impact of dietary conditions on the quality of postlarval penaeid shrimp. Direct nutrient-specific effects are documented for highly unsaturated fatty acid (HUFA), phosphatidyl choline (PC) and ascorbic acid (AA). Specific immunostimulants may also contribute to an improved stress resistance of the shrimp fry. Last, but not least, some emphasis is placed on the role of the microflora during the hatchery rearing, the possible reduction of bacteria in the live food administered, and the use of probionts through the diet.

(Laboratory of Aquaculture & Artemia Reference Center, Ghent University, Rozier 44, 9000 Ghent, Belgium)

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