SPECIAL STORY FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE November 2023 73 erties, and nutrient digestibility for many fish species (Ringø et al. 2014). Extensive research on sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) demonstrated a more robust immune system and improved resistance to Vibrio alginolyticus. In a separate sea bass study, notable improvements in intestinal tissue structure, increased stress resistance, and improved mucus production were noted, all contributing to strengthening protective barriers. Sea bream displayed positive outcomes in terms of protein digestibility, intestinal tissue enhancement and the modulation of the microbiome (Ringø et al. 2014). The benefits stemming from the inclusion of prebiotics in aquafeed play an important role in fostering sustainable and efficient growth as well as promoting the health of fish. References 1. Dimitroglou, A., S. Davies, R. Moate, P. Spring and J. Sweetman (2007). The beneficial effect of BioMos on gut integrity and enhancement of fish health. Presented at Alltech’s Technical Seminar Series held in Dublin, November 2007. 2. Sweetman, J., A, Dimitroglou, S. Davies, and S. Torrecillas (2008). Gut morphology: a key to efficient nutrition. International AquaFeed, 11, 27-30. 3. Sweetman, J. W., S. Torrecillas, A. Dimitroglou, S. Rider, S.J. Davies and M.S. Izquierdo (2010). Enhancing the natural defences and barrier protection of aquaculture species. Aquaculture Research, 41(3), 345-55. 4. Ringø, E., A. Dimitroglou, S.H. Hoseinifar and S.J. Davies (2014). Prebiotics in finfish: an update. Aquaculture Nutrition: Gut Health, Probiotics and Prebiotics, 360-400. About Xander de Boer Xander de Boer offers technical support for the sales team at Alltech Coppens. He is also actively engaged in research and development and plays an important role in product development for Alltech Coppens. De Boer joined the technical support team at Alltech Coppens in 2021. In this role, he assists customers and provides support on all things such as feeding, nutrition, health and production. De Boer strives to empower fish farmers to optimize their operations for maximum output, and he supports them in this endeavor by conducting on-site farm visits and leading informative workshops and seminars. De Boer studied aquaculture with a focus on fish nutrition at Wageningen University.
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