Juvenile European Seabass Feeds with Salicornia ramosissima Biomass

Salicornia ramosissima biomass supports sustainable aquafeed with up to 10% inclusion in juvenile European seabass diets

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Juvenile European seabass fed diets containing up to 10% Salicornia ramosissima biomass showed no negative effects on growth, survival, or feed digestibility over 62 days. The study demonstrates that this halophyte co-product, low in protein but rich in carbohydrates, can replace wheat meal in aquafeeds, enhancing antioxidant status and DNA integrity. S. ramosissima biomass supports sustainable aquaculture by valorising plant residues and enabling circular bioeconomy models in Mediterranean aquaculture.

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Project

AQUACOMBINE

Integrated on-farm Aquaponics systems for co-production of fish, halophyte vegetables, bioactive compounds, and bioenergy

Location
Portugal
Authors
Benjamin Costas, Prof. Mário Pacheco, Rui Miranda Rocha
Purpose
Support decision-making and strategic planning, Implement best practices, Apply ready-to-use practices

File type
document
Created on
29 Iúil 2026
Origin language
English
Official project website
AQUACOMBINE
License
CC BY