Review
Environmental Sciences
Mohammad Hossein Khanjani, Saeed Zahedi, Alireza Mohammadi
Summary: Aquaculture is a rapidly growing industry that plays a vital role in providing food for the increasing global population. The integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA) system is a sustainable approach that simultaneously produces multiple aquaculture species using all food levels. By selecting suitable culture species and considering their appropriate population size, IMTA can improve ecosystem health and industry sustainability.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Lorenzo Rossi, Carlo Bibbiani, Juan Francisco Fierro-Sanudo, Chingoileima Maibam, Luca Incrocci, Alberto Pardossi, Baldassare Fronte
Summary: Producing food according to sustainability principles is a strategic goal for many world institutions. Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) meets these criteria. The Self-sufficient Integrated Multitrophic AquaPonic (SIMTAP) aims to reduce inputs and waste outputs while maximizing food production, with the selection of suitable fish, organisms, and plants playing a key role.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rohit Kalvakaalva, Mollie Smith, Stephen A. Prior, G. Brett Runion, Emmanuel Ayipio, Caroline Blanchard, Daniel Wells, David Blersch, Sushil Adhikari, Rishi Prasad, Terril R. Hanson, Brendan T. Higgins
Summary: This study used life cycle assessment to quantify the environmental impacts of decoupled biofloc aquaponics systems. The results showed that electricity, heating fuel, and feed were the major contributors to global warming potential and cumulative energy demand. Efforts to balance fish and plant production and reuse post-plant effluent are important in minimizing the environmental footprint of decoupled systems.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Esmeralda Chamorro Legarda, Diego da Silva, Camilla Souza Miranda, Patriula Kaliana Moreira Pereira, Mateus Aranha Martins, Claudia Machado, Marco Antonio de Lorenzo, Leila Hayashi, Felipe do Nascimento Vieira
Summary: This study found that integrated culture of sea lettuce with shrimp and mullet in a BFT system did not significantly affect the growth of shrimp and mullet, but it can increase the total yield and nitrogen and phosphorus recovery of the whole system. Additionally, it can also enhance the content of chlorophyll-a and carotenoids in the system without affecting the yield of ulvan extract.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Sara M. Pinho, Luiz H. David, Fabiana Garcia, Maria Celia Portella, Karel J. Keesman
Summary: This study assessed the sustainability of FLOCponics, a system that combines biofloc-based aquaculture with hydroponics, and compared it to stand-alone biofloc and hydroponic cultures. The results suggest that FLOCponics uses low amounts of natural renewable resources, causes moderate environmental load, and is more efficient in terms of unit emergy values compared to hydroponics.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Romulo E. Loayza-Aguilar, Yolanda P. Huamancondor-Paz, Guillermo B. Saldana-Rojas, Gustavo E. Olivos-Ramirez
Summary: The development of industrial mariculture in Peruvian coasts will continue to grow but its monospecific nature has negative impacts on the ecosystem, biodiversity, and fishery resources. To address these issues, a sustainable production model called Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) is proposed for Argopecten purpuratus cultivation in Samanco Bay. This model aims to achieve greater efficiency, competitiveness, and profitability while ensuring environmental balance. The adoption of this model can be adapted to other scenarios, and collaboration between academia, private companies, and relevant authorities is crucial in this process.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Luiz H. David, Sara M. Pinho, Karel J. Keesman, Fabiana Garcia
Summary: Biofloc technology (BFT) is considered an environmentally friendly aquaculture approach, but there is still uncertainty about its sustainability. This study used emergy synthesis to assess the sustainability of commercial Nile tilapia fingerlings production in a biofloc-based system, showing potentially sustainable production indicators compared to other aquaculture systems.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Laice Menes Laice, Ruy Alberto Caetano Correa Filho, Arlene Sobrinho Ventura, Karine Nathiele Nogueira Farias, Andre Luiz do Nascimento Silva, Carlos Eurico Fernandes, Ana Crimilda Fernando Silva, Phillipe Thiago Leite Barbosa, Alda Izabel de Souza, Mauricio Gustavo Coelho Emerenciano, Jayme Aparecido Povh
Summary: The study showed that adding symbiotics in BFT system can improve the growth performance and hematological parameters of Nile tilapia, without significant changes in intestinal morphometry.
Article
Fisheries
Luis R. Martinez-Cordova, Mauricio G. C. Emerenciano, Anselmo Miranda-Baeza, Sara M. Pinho, Estefania Garibay-Valdez, Marcel Martinez-Porchas
Summary: Aquaculture is a successful yet criticized activity globally. To achieve sustainability, it needs continual advancements. This paper presents the significant chronological advances in aquaculture, focusing on integration of multiple species for resource optimization. The characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and successful examples of various aquaculture systems are discussed. Compatibility between cultivated organisms remains a challenge. Evidence suggests that integrated multitrophic systems can replace polluting and inefficient monoculture systems.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Sara M. Pinho, Luiz Henrique C. David, Simon Goddek, Mauricio G. C. Emerenciano, Maria Celia Portella
Summary: The study evaluated the application of FP and AP systems in producing Nile tilapia juveniles and lettuce, with better fish productive performance in FP but superior plant growth and visual results in the AP system during the second cycle.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Fisheries
Mohammad Hossein Khanjani, Moslem Sharifinia, Saeed Hajirezaee
Summary: Water and land scarcity pose significant challenges to aquaculture, but biofloc technology offers a solution by increasing production and promoting sustainability. Tilapia, a highly adaptable species, has been successfully cultivated in biofloc conditions due to its unique characteristics. Factors such as cultivation period, size and stocking density, carbon to nitrogen ratio, and the type of carbon source used impact the growth and immune activity of tilapia in biofloc systems.
Article
Fisheries
Mert Minaz, Aysegul Kubilay
Summary: Aquaculture needs to grow sustainably to meet the increasing demand for protein foods and protect natural resources. Biofloc technology (BFT) is a promising method for pollution prevention in aquaculture, and may play an important role in the future development of the industry.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu-Xi Zhao, Xing-Guo Liu, Ming Lu, Run-Feng Zhou, Zhao-Yun Sun, Shu-Wen Xiao
Summary: This study analyzed the bacterial community characteristics of the Pelteobagrus fulvidraco integrated multi-trophic aquaculture system (YPS) and the water environment using high throughput sequencing technology and water analysis. The results showed that the system met the growth requirements of Pelteobagrus fulvidraco and different dominant bacterial genera were observed in different seasons. The study provides a theoretical basis for regulating the YPS.
Review
Fisheries
Marit A. J. Nederlof, Marc C. J. Verdegem, Aad C. Smaal, Henrice M. Jansen
Summary: This study aims to provide a generic framework for quantifying nutrient retention efficiency in integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) systems and found that various biological and environmental factors may limit retention efficiencies. The results show that retention efficiencies of 45%-75% for closed systems and 40%-50% for open systems are more realistic based on evaluation against the theoretical reference frame.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Young-Bin Yu, Ju-Hyeong Lee, Jae-Ho Choi, Young Jae Choi, A-Hyun Jo, Cheol Young Choi, Ju-Chan Kang, Jun-Hwan Kim
Summary: This review discusses the potential application of biofloc technology (BFT) in future aquaculture, as an innovative alternative to traditional methods. Extensive research is being conducted on the use of BFT for breeding and raising various aquatic species by promoting microbial growth and maintaining water quality. Factors such as suspended solids, turbidity, temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, salinity, stocking density, and light should be considered for the efficient and sustainable use of BFT. The integration of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Internet of Things (IoT) with BFT can enhance productivity and ensure the growth and health of organisms through real-time monitoring with sensors.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Mohammed F. El Basuini, Shimaa A. Shahin, Islam I. Teiba, Mohamed A. A. Zaki, Abdelaziz M. El-Hais, Hani Sewilam, Rafa Almeer, Nevien Abdelkhalek, Mahmoud A. O. Dawood
Summary: The study showed that dietary supplementation of different doses of Coenzyme Q10 and Vitamin C to Nile tilapia significantly influenced growth performance, digestive enzyme activity, blood indices, immune response, and antioxidative capacity, particularly enhancing the resistance of fish against Streptococcus agalactiae infection.
Article
Fisheries
Mahmoud A. O. Dawood, Mahmoud S. Gewaily, Mohamed N. Monier, Elsayed M. Younis, Hien Van Doan, Hani Sewilam
Summary: The study found that treating fish with yucca extract led to the best growth performance and immune indicators, providing some protection against acute ammonia stress.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Fahad Kimera, Hani Sewilam, M. Walid Fouad, Ashraf Suloma
Summary: The study demonstrates that using fish effluent as an irrigation water source can significantly promote the growth and yield of sweet marjoram, with the mixed treatment showing higher yields and essential oil content.
ANNALS OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Mahmoud A. O. Dawood, Ahmed E. Noreldin, Mervat A. M. Ali, Hani Sewilam
Summary: The study showed that feeding Nile tilapia with menthol essential oil under high stocking density can significantly improve growth rate, health status, and antioxidative capacity. However, high stocking density can cause inflammatory features in the fish, which can be alleviated by the addition of menthol essential oil.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mahmoud A. O. Dawood, Mahmoud Alagawany, Hani Sewilam
Summary: Trace elements like zinc play a crucial role in improving the productivity and wellbeing of aquatic animals. Various sources of zinc, including inorganic, organic, and nanoparticles, are used in aquaculture to enhance metabolism, enzyme synthesis, and hormone formation in aquatic animals. Studies have shown that the effects of zinc supplementation in aquafeed are dose-dependent, varying based on factors such as dose, source, duration of feeding, animal sizes, and experimental conditions. This article provides a comprehensive overview of studies on the effects of zinc on aquatic animal performance and aims to update academia on the use of zinc in aquafeed.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Muziri Mugwanya, Mahmoud A. O. Dawood, Fahad Kimera, Hani Sewilam
Summary: Over the past few years, tilapia production has increased significantly, but traditional farming methods are limited. In order to enhance the immunity and disease resistance of fish, probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics are gradually being adopted as alternatives.
PROBIOTICS AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Muziri Mugwanya, Fahad Kimera, Mahmoud Dawood, Hani Sewilam
Summary: This study investigated the effects of foliar applications of different concentrations of salicylic acid and proline on cucumber crops grown under saline conditions. The results showed that foliar application of salicylic acid alone or in combination with proline improved the growth and yield of cucumber under non-saline conditions. However, irrigating plants with saline water severely compromised cucumber's growth performance and yield, but slight amelioration was observed at lower salinity levels with the foliar spray treatments.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fahad Kimera, Muziri Mugwanya, Mahmoud Dawood, Hani Sewilam
Summary: Salinity and freshwater scarcity pose significant challenges to agricultural production globally. Integrated aqua-vegeculture systems (IAVS) offer a promising solution for sustainable food production in arid and semi-arid regions. A study investigated the productivity of kale and Nile tilapia in an IAVS using brackish water. Results showed that kale can tolerate salinity levels up to 6000 ppm without compromising growth and yield, while Nile tilapia exhibited no negative impacts in terms of water quality and fish performance at high salinity levels. Cultivating kale and rearing Nile tilapia in IAVS with salinity reaching up to 6000 ppm could be a viable agricultural strategy to address freshwater scarcity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Muziri Mugwanya, Fahad Kimera, Khaled Madkour, Mahmoud A. O. Dawood, Hani Sewilam
Summary: The study investigated the influence of salinity on the biometric traits of striped catfish and barley under an IAAS. The results showed that irrigating barley with saline aquaculture wastewater at different salinities did not significantly affect the agro-morphological parameters of the plants. Rearing striped catfish in saline water below 10,000 ppm also did not negatively impact the growth performance and health status of the fish.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed Bassiouny, Yasmine Abdel Maksoud, Fahad Kimera, Khaled Bahader, Hani Sewilam
Summary: This study explored the potential of using draw and feed solutions from forward osmosis for hydroponic crop cultivation. Synthetic brackish groundwater was used as the feed solution, while commercial hydroponic nutrients were used as the draw solution. The study also investigated the integration of nanofiltration with forward osmosis for further dilution. Cherry tomatoes and spinach were chosen as crops for their economic value.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muziri Mugwanya, Fahad Kimera, Anwar Abdelnaser, Hani Sewilam
Summary: This study investigated the influence of the exogenous application of salicylic acid alone or in combination with glycine betaine on the growth, yield quality, and water-use efficiency of onions under different deficit drip irrigation treatments. The results showed that onions could tolerate moderate water stress and the application of salicylic acid improved plant growth and yield.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fahad Kimera, Hani Sewilam, Walid M. Fouad, Ashraf Suloma
Summary: Integrating aquaculture with agriculture is seen as a sustainable approach in semi-arid areas, with fish effluent irrigation showing positive effects on herbage growth and essential oil content of Origanum syriacum L. FT treatment resulted in the highest plant height, herbage yield, and essential oil content, with Carvacrol being the predominant chemical component.
