Aquaculture Use of Plant Proteins: A New Review

A major scientific review of various plant feedstuffs that may have value in aquaculture feeds has been published.  Nearly 150 technical papers were assembled by the twelve authors to explore the potential use of oilseed proteins, legumes, cereal grains and novel feed ingredients that have potential for use in formulating feeds for the growing demand for aquaculture.  The review discusses the nutritional composition of the various feedstuffs as well as the presence of bioactive compounds that may limit its use.  Research to investigate the expanded use of plant feedstuffs in fish is easily justified based on the growing demand for farm-raised fish, limited supplies of fish meal and rapid growth of commercial aquafeed production.  The report provides the background for developing strategic research plans to increase the increase the use of plant feedstuffs in this growing industry.

Gatlin, Delbert M. III, and co-workers.  2007.  Expanding the utilization of sustainable plant proteins in aquafeeds: A review.  Aquaculture Research 38:551-579.