Evaluating nutrient composition of banana waste (musa paradisiaca) for sustainable shrimp feed applications /
Fatin Najwa Ibrahim,
Evaluating nutrient composition of banana waste (musa paradisiaca) for sustainable shrimp feed applications / Fatin Najwa Ibrahim - xiii, 55 pages : illustrations ;
Faculty of Industrial Sciences and Technology
Final Year Report (Bachelor of Applied Science of Industrial Chemistry) -- Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah - 2025
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A study of such endeavors then investigates the viability of banana wastes as potential ingredients in sustainable, economical shrimp feed preparation; the results of nutritional analyses suggested that banana wastes consisting of pseudostems, midribs, and leaves would prove beneficial for shrimp feed: These, not in sufficient levels to meet their dietary requirements independently, introduce protein, fat, and minerals to the feed supplements. Strategic supplementation requires high protein sources such as fish meal for the protein supplement and lipid-rich additives such as fish oil to provide nutritional balance. The discussion elucidated the two-fold features of shrimp feeds with banana waste: sustainability by way of conversion of agricultural wastes into alternative sources of feeds and reduced dependence on conventional ingredient sources with heavy environmental footprints. The conclusion focused on optimizing inclusion rates of banana waste and other ingredients for effective nutrient delivery. Recommendations for further studies are to conduct controlled feeding trials to determine the long-term effects on shrimp growth, health, and survival and to identify enhanced processing techniques for nutrient bioavailability improvement of banana wastes. It also demonstrates how banana waste can serve as feasible alternative feed materials. It thus becomes possible to further realize the promise of shrimp aquaculture in a manner consistent with environmental conservation and affordability. In this regard, future studies should focus on refining these formulations and widening their application range within the aquacultural systems.
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Evaluating nutrient composition of banana waste (musa paradisiaca) for sustainable shrimp feed applications / Fatin Najwa Ibrahim - xiii, 55 pages : illustrations ;
Faculty of Industrial Sciences and Technology
Final Year Report (Bachelor of Applied Science of Industrial Chemistry) -- Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah - 2025
Include bibliographical reference
A study of such endeavors then investigates the viability of banana wastes as potential ingredients in sustainable, economical shrimp feed preparation; the results of nutritional analyses suggested that banana wastes consisting of pseudostems, midribs, and leaves would prove beneficial for shrimp feed: These, not in sufficient levels to meet their dietary requirements independently, introduce protein, fat, and minerals to the feed supplements. Strategic supplementation requires high protein sources such as fish meal for the protein supplement and lipid-rich additives such as fish oil to provide nutritional balance. The discussion elucidated the two-fold features of shrimp feeds with banana waste: sustainability by way of conversion of agricultural wastes into alternative sources of feeds and reduced dependence on conventional ingredient sources with heavy environmental footprints. The conclusion focused on optimizing inclusion rates of banana waste and other ingredients for effective nutrient delivery. Recommendations for further studies are to conduct controlled feeding trials to determine the long-term effects on shrimp growth, health, and survival and to identify enhanced processing techniques for nutrient bioavailability improvement of banana wastes. It also demonstrates how banana waste can serve as feasible alternative feed materials. It thus becomes possible to further realize the promise of shrimp aquaculture in a manner consistent with environmental conservation and affordability. In this regard, future studies should focus on refining these formulations and widening their application range within the aquacultural systems.
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