Catfish in West Africa
Catfish production has emerged as one of the most important aquaculture activities in West Africa, not only for its contribution to food security, but also for its contribution to local economic development. However, fish farmers in the region face various challenges that make it difficult to obtain optimal yields. Among these, one of the most […]
The high value of fish by-products
Fish intended for direct human consumption is sometimes processed to make the eating experience easier and faster for consumers. This processing results in by-products such as heads, viscera, skeletons, and other materials like tails, fins, minced meat, blood, etc. All this raw material can represent between 30% and 70% of the weight of the fish, […]
NIR Technology for Aquaculture feed analysis
NIR (Near Infrared Reflectance) technology is a spectrophotometric technique based on the emission-absorption of electromagnetic radiation from matter. Electromagnetic radiation is found all around us, from sunlight, electric light, mobile phone signals and radio music. In our case, we use light radiation from a source located in the equipment that emits only a part of […]
Dibaq Aquaculture present at LACQUA 2024
We are pleased to inform you that this year we were part of the prestigious Lacqua 2024 event, held in Medellín, Colombia — a key meeting point for the development and future of aquaculture in Latin America.During the event, our Area Sales Manager Rodrigo Llancabure and Melissa Espejo had the opportunity to share the technological […]
FISH HUB PROJECT: replacement of dietary fish meal by new alternative ingredients.
One of the main challenges of modern Aquaculture is reducing the use of Fish Meal and Fish Oil on fish feed by introducing new ingredients and maintaining the quality of feeds as well as the performance and welfare of fish. DIBAQ, following its innovative policy and with the aim to produce more sustainable and functional […]
Mitigating the Effects of High-Energy Diets on Fish
The incorporation of high-energy diets in the aquaculture industry has become a common practice to enhance growth and productivity. However, recent studies have shed light on the potential risks associated with excessive lipid levels in fish diets. Understanding and mitigating these effects is crucial to ensure the health and economic viability of farmed fish. Understanding […]
Lactococcus garvieae, a Gram positive very negative.
Lactococcus garvieae is considered the main etiological agent of lactococcosis, a globally distributed disease characterized by haemorrhagic septicaemia in aquaculture species, leading to significant economic losses. The history of pathogenic Lactococcus garvieae clones for fish, dates back more than three decades, when it was first described following a septicaemic outbreak in Japan in marine Seriola […]
DIBAQ in South Korean Aquaculture
Introduction South Korea, a nation with a long maritime history, has seen significant growth in its aquaculture industry in recent decades. Aquaculture plays a crucial role in the South Korean economy, providing food, employment and contributing to international trade. Dibaq has been working on the future challenges of aquaculture in South Korea for years. The […]