Aquaculture as a source of sustainable proteins

Vladimir Anatolievich Chistyakov, Michael Leonidas Chikindas, Svetoslav Dimitrov Todorov, Anzhelika Borisovna Bren, Ekaterina Vladislavovna Allilueva, Dimitri Vladimirovich Rudoy

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Abstract

Aquaculture aims to produce sufficient quality and quantity of food under UN sustainable development guidelines to reduce malnutrition and hunger globally. It also provides nutritious food to the growing population. Modern technologies, such as microbial synthesis and bioengineering, allow for cost-effective achievement of these goals. Biotransformation of plant protein can enhance the nutritional value of fish, shellfish, and arthropods. Aquaculture relies on microbial-origin unsaturated fatty acids and valuable vitamins. Long-term goals include meeting the demand for gourmet food products, with the high-end food market being the most promising. Probiotics play a significant role in improving aquaculture animals' health, productivity, taste, and environmental conditions. Biological science advancements help transition from mass production to luxury aquaculture products, promoting organic practices and reducing environmental impact. This shift will reduce environmental impact, eliminate excessive chemical use, and promote organic practices. Probiotics will enhance the taste and quality of aquaculture products while improving the ecological health of aquaculture environments. All this can be achieved within the framework of the new horizons for aquaculture, established in the UN directive as a goal for sustainable food production.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)123-135
Number of pages13
JournalFood Science and Applied Biotechnology
Volume8
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2025

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry

Keywords

  • fatty acids
  • hydrobionts
  • nutritional value
  • probiotics
  • sustainable food
  • vitamins

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