Smart Feeding, Smart Profits: How AI Is Transforming Fish Feed and Nutrition
Feed management is central to profitability and sustainability in aquaculture, as feed accounts
for the largest share of production costs. Inefficient feeding practices such as fixed schedules
and overfeeding often lead to poor feed conversion ratios (FCR), water quality deterioration,
and increased disease risk. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a practical solution to
improve feeding precision. By integrating data from cameras, water quality sensors, and
automated feeders, AI systems monitor fish behaviour, appetite, and environmental conditions
to adjust feed quantity and timing in real time. This approach reduces feed wastage, improves
FCR, stabilizes pond conditions, and enhances overall productivity. Accessible low-cost
technologies are making AI-assisted feeding feasible even for small and marginal farmers.
Rather than replacing farmer expertise, AI functions as a decision-support tool, combining field
experience with data-driven insights to promote efficient, profitable, and environmentally
responsible aquaculture practices.