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Trace minerals in tilapia fillets, part 2
In part 2 of this study, a seven-week fish feeding trial was conducted to study the influence of organic versus inorganic dietary selenium on Nile tilapia.
Health & Welfare
Effect of pre-slaughter stress on quality of tilapia fillets
An evaluation of oxidative pre-slaughter stress on instrumental and sensory quality of Nile tilapia fillets finds that longer depuration times recommended.
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Trace minerals in tilapia fillets, part 1
Part 1 of this study highlighted the importance of minerals in the diet of fish for meeting micronutrient requirements in the human diet.
Health & Welfare
Finishing diet strikes balance between feeding costs, tilapia fillet quality
In a study, tilapia were fed fish oil- or vegetable oil-based diets for five months, then switched to a fish oil finishing diet for three months. Growth and feeding efficiencies were not significantly compromised.