Biofloc culture system

Madhu, K and Madhu, Rema and Mohan, Mrudhula and Abhilash, K S and Joseph, Jinu (2024) Biofloc culture system. In: Training Manual on Fisheries Management Practices and Techniques. CMFRI Training Manual Series No. 43/2024 . ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi, pp. 219-222.

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Abstract

The global population is projected to reach 9.6 billion by 2050, and with the growing demand for animal protein each year, it is challenging to provide high-quality protein while conserving natural resources for future generations. In this scenario, aquaculture is crucial for promoting health by supplying animal protein and fostering employment and economic growth. Biofloc Technology (BFT) is considered the new "blue revolution" because it allows continuous recycling and reuse of nutrients in the culture medium, benefiting from minimal or zero water exchange. BFT is an eco-friendly aquaculture technique based on the in-situ production of microorganisms. Biofloc consists of suspended growth in ponds or tanks, comprising aggregates of living and dead particulate organic matter, phytoplankton, bacteria, and grazers of the bacteria. This method uses microbial processes within the pond or tank to provide food for the cultured organisms while simultaneously acting as a water treatment solution. Hence, this system is also known as active suspension ponds, heterotrophic ponds, or even green soup ponds.

Item Type:	Book Section
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Biofloc
Subjects:	Aquaculture > Farming/Culture Aquaculture
Divisions:	CMFRI-Kochi > Mariculture Division Subject Area > CMFRI > CMFRI-Kochi > Mariculture Division CMFRI-Kochi > Mariculture Division Subject Area > CMFRI-Kochi > Mariculture Division
Depositing User:	Arun Surendran
Date Deposited:	09 Oct 2024 08:07
Last Modified:	09 Oct 2024 08:07
URI:	http://eprints.cmfri.org.in/id/eprint/18931

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