AFA

AFA is an innovative gel formulation designed to enhance aquaculture feed performance through improved palatability and nutrient absorption, resulting in better feed intake and growth for shrimp and fish.

Feed Attractants

Flavors and palatability enhancers are essential for boosting feed intake and minimizing waste in animal feeds, especially in aquaculture. Here, attractants play a crucial role by ensuring feed is consumed promptly. In the aquafeed industry, attractants enable aquatic animals to quickly identify and consume feed, promoting efficient nutrition intake while reducing the waste. However, any feed left unconsumed loses water-soluble nutrients and can lead to pollution in aquatic environments, affecting the health of aquatic species. Therefore, optimizing feed efficiency is vital for sustainable aquaculture practices, as it minimizes waste, supports animal growth and reduces environmental impact.

Role of Attractants in Aquaculture

Attractants are valuable in aquaculture for enhancing the taste and palatability of feeds, making them more appealing to aquatic animals and promoting consistent consumption. They are especially useful when voluntary feed intake is low, such as in stressful or unfavorable conditions, by encouraging feeding behavior and ensuring that essential nutrients are consumed. Attractants also support young aquatic animals, such as larvae and juveniles, in transitioning from natural food sources to formulated diets during critical growth stages. Additionally, attractants stimulate sensory receptors in the mouth, encouraging feeding and preparing the digestive system for better nutrient absorption.

Mechanism of Attractants

Attractants work by releasing chemical signals that target the olfactory and gustatory receptors of aquatic animals. These signals interact with the sensory systems responsible for smell and taste, which are then processed by the central nervous system to trigger feeding behaviours. This sensory stimulation prompts the animal to move toward the feed source, initiating and sustaining feeding. This mechanism ensures that animals consume feed efficiently, minimizing nutrient waste and maximizing feed utilization.

Natural Dependence on Chemical Stimuli

In their natural habitats, aquatic animals rely heavily on chemical stimuli for vital behaviors, including feeding, migration, and mating. Chemical cues play a fundamental role in regulating behaviours essential for survival and reproduction. In aquaculture, attractants that mimic these natural chemical cues can be integrated into formulations to enhance feed consumption and growth performance in farmed aquatic species, supporting both animal health and productivity.

AFA
Aquaculture Feed Attractant

AFA Gel Formulation offers a holistic solution for aquaculture feed by enhancing palatability, intake, and growth performance, supporting sustainable and profitable farming practices while improving animal health and reducing waste.

AFA gel formulation features cutting-edge ingredients that make feed highly attractive, improve nutrient utilization and boost growth efficiency in aquaculture systems.

Algae Metabolite Thio-betaine (AMTB)

AMTB, a natural sulfur compound from algae, is a powerful attractant recognized as the fourth generation of aquatic feed additives, enhancing feed intake and growth. This environmentally friendly ingredient represents a breakthrough in feed efficiency for both marine and freshwater species.

Benefits of AMTB

AMTB enhances feed intake, shortens feeding times, and minimizes nutrient loss, promoting faster growth and efficiency in aquatic animals. It also improves meat flavor, giving freshwater species a seafood-like taste. Additionally, AMTB aids molting in crustaceans, helps animals handle environmental stress and provides support to liver and immune system, making it a highly valuable feed component.

Osmolyte Amine Oxide (OMO)

OMO is a natural compound found in aquatic species, offering safe and beneficial effects for aquaculture. It promotes feed consumption, enhances flavor, and supports muscle growth, helping improve feed performance and overall animal physiology.

Benefits of OMO

OMO adds a unique attractiveness to feed, boosting palatability and encouraging intake. It supports muscle cell growth, fat reduction, osmotic balance, and protein stabilization, helping animals adapt to environmental changes. Its inclusion improves feed conversion rates, leading to efficient growth.

Hydrolyzed Bioactive Proteins (HBP)

HBP is rich in bioactive peptides and antioxidants. HBP is a nutrient-dense feed ingredient which promotes growth and health in aquatic species.

Benefits of HBP

HBP stimulates chemosensory systems, increasing feed palatability and encouraging consumption. With high digestibility, it enhances growth and feed conversion while boosting immunity through essential amino acids and bioactive compounds.

Ingredients
AFA Gel Formulation provides Algae Metabolite Thio-betaine (AMTB), Osmolyte Amine Oxide (OMO) and Hydrolyzed Bioactive Proteins (HBP).

Instructions
Mix AFA thoroughly with feed to ensure even coating for optimal results in aquaculture operations. Use hand gloves while using this formulation.

Dosage

• Shrimp: 25 ml per kg of feed
• Fish: 30 ml per kg of feed
• Crabs and Other Crustaceans: 25 ml per kg of feed or as advised by Aquaculture Consultant.

Presentation: 1.0 Litre