The Aquaculture Podcast Show • by Wisenetix

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Do you want to be in the top 1% of the aquaculture industry? Then learn how to improve aquaculture production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global aquaculture industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time. It's never been this good, and it's never been this simple.

  1. Sustainability & Performance in Aquaculture | Ep. 48

    1D AGO

    Sustainability & Performance in Aquaculture | Ep. 48

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we examine why sustainable feed remains the main bottleneck for future salmon production growth. Exploring how cost, performance, and economic pressure still outweigh environmental priorities in feed decisions. It also addresses weak sustainability, information gaps, future ingredients, and value chain collaboration. Learn how efficiency, not labels, may define real sustainability. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2025 article titled "Promoting sustainable feed choices in Norwegian Salmon aquaculture by exploring sustainability awareness among fish feed manufacturers and fish farmers" by Cantillo, Javier, Tone Moe Samdahl, and Paritosh C. Deshpande. Click here to read the full research article! “Maximizing survival and minimizing feed conversion ratio represents the most effective strategy to reduce the environmental footprint of salmon production.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:06) Introduction(02:36) Decision drivers(04:07) Local sourcing myths(05:15) Social sustainability(06:13) Data transparency(07:57) Value chain solutions(08:49) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    11 min
  2. Genetics & Nutrition in Salmon | Ep. 47

    FEB 9

    Genetics & Nutrition in Salmon | Ep. 47

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we focus on production efficiency challenges in Atlantic salmon, with special attention to early maturation and grilsing. Explaining how genetics, sex, and nutrition interact to regulate maturation through gene expression rather than fixed outcomes. Key insights highlight precision feeding, sex specific management, and transcriptomic control as practical tools for producers. Get actionable strategies to optimize growth while reducing maturation risk. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2024 article titled "Sex-, development-, and nutrition-dependent expression of a major age-at-maturity gene in Atlantic salmon" by Åsheim, Eirik Ryvoll, et al. Click here to read the full research article! “High energy diets increased VGLL3 expression during the critical pre-maturation window, demonstrating a direct gene environment interaction.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction(02:28) Gene expression rethink(04:07) Maturation paradox(05:05) Sex differences(06:11) Feed effects(08:03) Management levers(08:24) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    10 min
  3. Microalgae Strategy in Tilapia Diets | Ep. 46

    FEB 2

    Microalgae Strategy in Tilapia Diets | Ep. 46

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how functional feed ingredients are reshaping tilapia nutrition beyond simple fish meal replacement. Examining microalgae inclusion strategies, pigment deposition, protein limitations, lipid quality, and omega three enrichment. Practical insights highlight finishing diets, economic trade-offs, and future processing solutions for microalgae biomass. Learn actionable insights to improve fish quality and value. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2023 article titled "Dietary influence of selected microalgae on carotenoid concentration, nutrition and biochemical composition of fry Nile tilapia" by Islam, Kafia, et al. Click here to read the full research article! “Microalgae inclusion significantly increased lipid deposition, with fatty acid composition shifting toward higher polyunsaturated levels.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(00:56) Introduction(02:11) Functional ingredients(02:58) Color performance(04:20) Protein limitations(06:12) Lipid quality(07:39) Feeding strategy(09:19) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    11 min
  4. Precision Amino Acid Nutrition for Tilapias | Ep. 45

    JAN 26

    Precision Amino Acid Nutrition for Tilapias | Ep. 45

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore updated amino acid requirements for Nile tilapia under modern production conditions. Highlights on how genetics, production systems, and feed ingredient volatility are reshaping precision nutrition strategies. Key insights include digestible amino acids, ideal protein concepts, and stage-specific formulation targets. Learn how balanced amino acid profiles can improve performance, efficiency, and sustainability in intensive aquaculture systems. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2023 article titled "Amino Acid Requirements for Nile Tilapia: An Update" by Furuya, W. M., Cruz TPd, and D. M. Gatlin. Click here to read the full research article! “Well-balanced amino acid diets are probably the single most effective tool for improving both the economics and sustainability of tilapia farming.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:03) Introduction(02:29) Requirement methods(03:41) Limiting amino acids(05:26) Stress control(06:18) Safety margins(08:21) Key takeaway(08:36) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    10 min
  5. Plant-Based Diets for Tilapia | Ep. 44

    JAN 19

    Plant-Based Diets for Tilapia | Ep. 44

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we focus on the economic and technical shift toward plant-based diets in tilapia production. The conversation explores how anti-nutritional factors reduce nutrient utilization efficiency and what strategies can address these challenges. Key approaches include functional feed additives, ingredient processing, and genetic selection. The episode highlights why no single solution works across all systems. Listen now on all major podcast platforms to stay ahead in aquaculture nutrition and production! Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Dietary strategies for better utilization of aquafeeds in tilapia farming" by Gule, Thandile T., and Akewake Geremew. Click here to read the full research article! “Fermentation pre-digestes plant ingredients, reduces crude fiber, and eliminates key anti-nutritional factors that limit protein digestion.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:04) Introduction(02:04) Feed additives(03:16) Enzyme targeting(04:40) Gut health(06:13) Ingredient processing(07:57) Genetic selection(09:17) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    11 min
  6. Functional Additives in Shrimp Farming | Ep. 43

    JAN 12

    Functional Additives in Shrimp Farming | Ep. 43

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we focuses on how modern shrimp farming balances high stocking density with disease prevention and production efficiency. The conversation explores how functional bacterial-derived additives support shrimp immunity, gut health, and overall system resilience. Key insights highlight performance efficiency, survival under stress, and sustainable alternatives to antibiotics. This episode connects research outcomes with real production challenges in intensive systems. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Harnessing the potentialities of probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, paraprobiotics, and postbiotics for shrimp farming" by Goh, Joanna Xuan Hui, et al. Click here to read the full research article! “Combining prebiotics and probiotics accelerates restoration of gut balance more effectively than either approach used independently.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:07) Introduction(02:34) Growth performance(03:15) Survival resilience(03:53) Immune defense(05:04) Gut modulation(06:56) Symbiotic synergy(10:43) Closing thoughts The Aquaculture Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    12 min
  7. Temperature Drives Salmon Behavior | Ep. 42

    JAN 5

    Temperature Drives Salmon Behavior | Ep. 42

    In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how precision farming tools and computer vision are transforming welfare assessment in Atlantic salmon sea cages. We also explain how real-time behavioral data reveals the impact of temperature, depth, and hydrodynamics on fish distribution and feeding performance. It highlights why thermal sensitivity and site depth are critical for managing stress and production risk. Learn how continuous behavioral monitoring can shift aquaculture from reactive to proactive management. Listen now on all major platforms! Inspired by the 2025 article titled "Precision farming in aquaculture: non-invasive monitoring of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) behaviour in response to environmental conditions in commercial sea cages for health and welfare assessment" by Burke, Meredith, et al. Click here to read the full research article! “Behavioral thermoregulation is king because temperature consistently determines vertical distribution, activity patterns, and welfare outcomes under highly variable commercial sea cage conditions.” Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What will you learn:  (00:00) Highlight(01:05) Introduction(02:14) Activity metrics(03:47) Vertical distribution(05:58) Light versus temperature(06:27) Storm responses(07:49) Feeding impacts(08:17) Closing thoughts 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Aquaculture Podcast Show Instagram: The Aquaculture Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Aquaculture Podcast Show

    11 min

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Do you want to be in the top 1% of the aquaculture industry? Then learn how to improve aquaculture production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global aquaculture industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time. It's never been this good, and it's never been this simple.