The present book offers essential strategies to revolutionize the aquaculture industry. With the global population soaring and demand for protein increasing, sustainable aquaculture is crucial for feeding the world while protecting our environment. This book provides a roadmap for optimizing input management, such as feed, water quality, and fertilizers, to create healthier fish populations and minimize ecological impact.Discover innovative, eco-friendly approaches that maximize production while significantly reducing harmful pollutants like nitrogen and phosphorus. Through case studies and practical advice, this book equips aquaculture professionals with the tools to balance efficiency with environmental stewardship, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for the industry.Whether you are a teacher, researcher, student, or fish industry professional, this book offers valuable insights and practical guidance.
Dr Anita Bhatnagar earned her BSc, MSc, and PhD degrees in Zoology from Bhopal University, Bhopal, India. She specializes in Fish, Fisheries, and Aquaculture. After completing her PhD, she joined CCS Haryana Agricultural University as a Postdoctoral Fellow. At present she is serving as Professor and Chairperson in the Department of Zoology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. Dr Bhatnagar has many awards and 168 publications to her credit, and her work has garnered significant academic recognition.Prof S. K. Garg started his professional career as a faculty member in the Department of Zoology and Aquaculture, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, India, from where he superannuated as Professor and Head of the Department of Zoology and Aquaculture in 2006 after 35 years of distinguished service. At this university, in addition to his teaching assignment, he was involved in conducting research on some of the very important aspects of inland aquaculture and Reproductive physiology/Endocrinology. Dr Garg has published more than 200 research papers on various aspects of aquaculture, and his contributions have been recognized at the national level. At present he is associated as a member of a working group for the Development of Fisheries in Haryana (India).