One of the most sensitive questions from consumers is how farmed salmon or trout get their color? Since fishes cannot synthesize their own color, they must get it from their diets. Carotenoids, in particular astaxanthin, powerful antioxidant for all living animals, are added into the feed and give the symbolic and unique red-fleshed color, sign […]
Synthetic astaxanthin in salmon and trout: Time for a change Read More »
There is no doubt the aquafeed industry needs to do “more and better” in terms of sustainable use of marine ingredients. Outside price volatility, the sector is facing several major challenges when sourcing marine ingredients: extreme variability in the quality of fish meals; safety concerns with high levels of contaminants (heavy metals, microplastics…); sustainability issues
Tunisia will host the 3rd Aquaculture Africa Conference (AFRAQ24) on 19-22 November 2024 In Hammamet. I will present an update of marine hydrolysates from pelagic species and their benefits in the zootechnical performances and health status of seabass and seabream. ANS will present the new Sardine Protein Hydrolysate from BLUEFISH in Morocco. Please contact me
ANS will attend AFRAQ 2024 in Tunisia Read More »
Exciting event where the world of seafood gathers. Good time to speak about projects and new ideas. Feel free to contact me and we can take this opportunity to meet and discuss your projects and future plans.
ANS will participate to Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona from April 25 to 27 ! Read More »
Carotenoids are well known for their nutritional benefits. First as a strong color enhancer but also as a powerful antioxidant and nutriment involved in various major physiological functions such as reproduction, vision, skin protection… You will find a new paper published in Aquaculture Research, confirming the benefits of the natural pigment Panaferd-AX. This study reveals
Panaferd-AX – natural pigment for shrimp: color and health ! Read More »
The aquafeed industry begs for new ingredients to sustain the growing demand. Insect new born sector is willing to be a new candidate. Initially, these start-up companies were targeting the food market, presenting insects as “the food of the future” (Van Huis et al., 2013- FAO), which could ensure the world food security. Few years
INSECT: A NEW TECH BUBBLE OR A FUTURE INDUSTRY ? Read More »
Various studies have confirmed the effects of the processing conditions on both ingredients and aquafeed quality. Temperature represents without any doubt one of the main factors affecting the nutriment availability and digestibility. Most of the raw protein sources are denatured during heat cooking process, which reduces amino acid and peptide use. Fish larvae are extremely
Cold or Hot? Negative impact of processing conditions on ingredients and feed quality Read More »
Over the world, the Scottish salmon is known for its premium quality and highest standards. It has been awarded EU PGI (Protected Geographical Indications) status, marking its quality and distinctive origins. It was also one of the earliest international food products to be awarded the coveted French “Label Rouge” designation for its outstanding superior taste,
SCOTTISH SALMON: Pioneer of the natural color Read More »
As the demand for fish oils grows and sustainability concerns drive most decisions, the issue of sourcing valuable n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LC-PUFA) remains with few alternatives. There is a growing interest in algae oils, but supply is limited with high costs and unknown environmental assessments. GM oils enriched with omega 3 cannot be
TUNA OIL, a valuable source of DHA for aquafeeds Read More »