The Jeonnam Marine and Fisheries Science Institute embarks on research for abalone alternative feed.

A study to verify the effectiveness of alternative feed to solve the problem of seaweed shortage in abalone farms has begun. The Jeonnam Marine and Fisheries Science Institute announced that it has started a full-scale study on the "verification of the supply effect of abalone alternative feed" to ensure the stable operation of abalone farms during the seaweed shortage period from autumn to early winter. The alternative feed is a pellet-shaped compound feed utilizing seaweed by-products. Abalone is mainly farmed with seaweed such as seaweed and kelp, but seasonal factors have repeatedly caused damage such as growth delay, reduced survival rate, and reduced weight at the time of sale when the supply of seaweed is not smooth. To solve this, the research team will supply alternative feed during the period when the main food sources of abalone, seaweed and ...