Can efficient feed management help improve the sustainability of aquaculture?

Yes. Thanks to modern systems designed to support decision making relating to the diet of the fish or shrimp, farmers are able to optimise the amount of feed used, thereby improving efficiency while reducing waste and environmental impacts. 

Skretting 360+: The pinnacle of precision farming

The most significant milestone in our digital journey is the introduction of Skretting 360+, an integrated platform that takes our digital offerings to the next level. Skretting 360+ combines innovative tools and services designed to optimise feeding, farming, and health management, offering proactive technical support to farmers worldwide. In Latin America, for instance, this platform has played a crucial role in digitalising shrimp farming. 

Skretting 360+ is more than just a tool; it's a comprehensive ecosystem that offers a holistic view of farm operations. By gathering real-time data, it enables farmers to take preventive and proactive measures, maximising the value of their farms in a sustainable and profitable manner. From feed selection to stocking patterns, Skretting 360+ provides tailored recommendations that align with each farm’s unique production goals. 

Precision farming in practice

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AquaSim

AquaSim is Skretting's modelling tool that allows farmers to forecast how fish and shrimp will perform in their surrounding conditions, with cost-benefit evaluations of different farming situations.

About AquaSim

Frequent questions on feed

Is one feed sufficient for all aquaculture species?

No. Fish and shrimp, like humans, depend on a balanced diet to stay healthy and have different nutritional needs throughout their life cycle. Skretting produces feeds that support fish and shrimp throughout all life cycle and production needs. 

Learn more about fish and shrimp feed

How much feed is needed to grow a farmed fish?

Fish and shrimp are extremely efficient in converting feed into high-quality protein. On average, farmed fish require 1.1 kg of feed to gain 1 kg of body mass, compared with 1.7 kg for poultry and 6.6 kg for cattle. 

Learn more about feed conversion

Can efficient feed management help improve the sustainability of aquaculture?

Yes. Thanks to modern systems designed to support decision making relating to the diet of the fish or shrimp, farmers are able to optimise the amount of feed used, thereby improving efficiency while reducing waste and environmental impacts. 

Learn more about feeding