Research supported by the Soy Aquaculture Alliance evaluated the performance and profitability of hybrid blue catfish, channel catfish, and Tilapia over three years. Channel catfish and hybrid catfish represent more than half of the total US aquaculture production, accounting for 68% of total freshwater aquaculture production. Since 2003, catfish production has increased by 54%. Fish were fed a 32%, 36%, and 40% crude protein diets. Total production surpassed quantities produced in conventional catfish pond production systems. Tilapia increased total production by 11%, with no additional feeding. Water quality must be maintained for fish production to remain adequate. Key Audience: Economists, aquaculture feed producers, catfish producers
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