Nutraceuticals In Aqua Feed

By : Renuhadevi, M , B. Ahilan , Rajagopalsamy. C.B.T. , Jegan Michael Andro Jeevagan , E. Prabu

Page No: 293-303

Abstract
A review of Nutraceuticals in aqua feed was carried out to provide information on incorporation of Nutraceuticals properties in the feed for effective aquaculture management. Use of antibiotics in prophylactic treatment has led to the development of the resistant strains and the need to switch over to other antibiotics. Antibiotics residues were settle in the muscle of fish and also give side effects. Reduce the use of antibiotics alternative nutraceutical used in the aqua feed. Nutraceuticals properties get from the plant source, animal source and microbial source. Herbal medicinal products used in the aquaculture operations act as growth promoting ability and improve the immune system. Neem herbal extract contain Nimbolininn, Nimbin and Nimbidin helps to maintain fish health management. carotenoid improve the both muscle and skin pigmentation effects. Probiotics (Lactobacilli) are capable of stimulating the immune system and minimize the pathogen activity.

Authors :
Renuhadevi, M., Jegan Michael Andro Jeevagan, I and Prabu, E
PG Research Scholar, Department of Inland Aquaculture Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Fisheries University, Thoothukudi – 628008, Tamil Nadu, India.

Ahilan, B., Rajagopalsamy, C.B.T
Professor, Department of Inland Aquaculture, Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Fisheries University, Thoothukudi – 628008, Tamil Nadu, India.