SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE; ORGANIC INNOVATIONS FOR DISEASE PREVENTION AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT IN NILE TILAPIA (OREOCHROMIS NILOTICUS)

A NASEER; M ZAFAR; K AZAM; A MUNEER; M ALI; N ATHER; S PARVEEN; Z RIZWAN; N YASIN

doi:10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1165

Authors

A NASEER Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
M ZAFAR Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
K AZAM Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
A MUNEER Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
M ALI Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
N ATHER Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
S PARVEEN Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
Z RIZWAN Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan
N YASIN Department of Zoology Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1165

Keywords:

Sustainable aquaculture, Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), Organic aquaculture practices, Disease prevention, Health management, Aquaculture biosecurity

Abstract

Sustainable aquaculture has become imperative in guaranteeing the enduring prosperity of aquatic farming, specifically for the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), one of the most extensively farmed fish species. This study examines organic developments in Nile tilapia farming focused on eco-friendly practices that reduce the use of artificial chemicals and antibiotics to avoid sickness and maintain health. Integrating natural probiotics, probiotics, and immunostimulants into fish meals is one of the most critical tactics for strengthening the immune system and boosting the resistance of Nile tilapia against parasitic, bacterial, and viral infections. By maintaining the fish's natural defenses and promoting intestinal health, these natural additions lessen the need for conventional antibiotics. Moreover, the employment of beneficial microorganisms and biofiltration systems are two sustainable water management strategies that are essential for limiting the spread of illness in aquaculture settings. By emphasizing water quality through natural filtration processes, organic pond systems create a more balanced environment, lowering stress levels and disease susceptibility. By minimizing nutrient run-off, organic feed formulations using plant-based components, essential oils, and herbal extracts improve fish health and reduce the environmental effects of aquaculture techniques. This analysis also assesses these organic systems' economic viability, emphasizing how cost-effective and scalable they are compared to conventional aquaculture techniques. The aquaculture sector may minimize ecological impact while increasing fish health, producing better results, and adding to global food security through sustainable methods in Nile tilapia cultivation. To further advance sustainable aquaculture in the future, more studies are required to maximize these advances under various environmental circumstances and tilapia strains.

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