Exploitation of Raw, Fermented and Microwave- Heated Rice Bran as Carbohydrate Alternatives in Young Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio L.) Diets

Abstract

Aquaculture is considered one of the most vital sectors for the production of protein-rich food, especially with the increase in population and shortages of other food resources (Ochokwu et al., 2014). Fish culture has witnessed a significant growth in recent years and has become economically important in meeting the nutritional needs of consumers. It provides approximately half of the globally consumed fish, representing around 46% of the world's total fish supply (FAO, 2022). This makes it a fundamental component in fulfilling a portion of the protein requirements through animal protein (Khanum et al., 2022). The sustainability of aquaculture heavily relies on the development of the feed industry, which constitutes 50-60% of the economic cost of