Fish Farming
Brazilian fish farming encompasses diverse species and varying levels of production intensification, requiring high-quality ingredients and precise inclusion guidelines. Nutrition plays a critical role in driving growth performance, feed conversion ratio (FCR), and operational sustainability.
Ingredients offering superior digestibility, standardized composition, and scientific validation enable safer, more predictable feed formulations that meet the demands of modern fish farming.
FS develops corn-derived ingredients utilizing cutting-edge technology and substantial investment in applied research to deliver tailored nutritional guidelines for Brazilian fish farming—focused on maximizing performance and profitability.
FS Essencial is a high-protein ingredient proven to optimize digestibility, energy efficiency, and overall fish performance.
Studies conducted with Nile tilapia in Brazil confirm superior protein availability, digestible amino acid profile, and digestible energy content compared to conventional DDGS, reinforcing its advanced nutritional value in aquafeed formulations.
Performance trials demonstrate that FS Essencial can partially or completely replace soybean meal in tilapia diets while maintaining body weight gain, feed conversion ratio (FCR), and survival rates—all while improving net profitability per kilogram of fish produced. Furthermore, evaluations with native species, such as the Amazonian pintado catfish, confirm its technical viability in commercial operations, preserving growth performance and fillet quality.
Main benefits for fish
- Alternative high-protein ingredient for fish feed.
- High protein, amino acid, and energy digestibility.
- Sustains growth performance and feed conversion efficiency.
- Preserves carcass yield and fillet quality.
- Contributes to reducing production cost per kilogram of fish produced.
- Provides formulation flexibility by replacing soybean meal.
Recommended use
Research demonstrates baseline inclusion rates of up to 20% in tilapia diets, delivering superior growth performance and optimized nutrient utilization.
Higher inclusion levels of up to 30% have also been evaluated and confirmed technically viable depending on the species, production stage, and overall formulation strategy—offering strategic flexibility during favorable economic conditions.
Optimal inclusion rates should be tailored based on species, developmental stage, and target performance goals.
For specific recommendations, access our technical guide or contact our team of specialists.
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