VITALIS TROUT

Brood fish have a much greater requirement for digestible protein and the essential amino acids than growout fish. This is primarily because proteins are the major component in vitellogenin. Low or poor quality protein levels in brood fish diets have been associated with poor fertility and egg and larval quality in a number of fish species. To optimise brood fish efficiency, Vitalis contains a high level of digestible protein derived from highly palatable sources.

The fatty acid (FA) composition is more important than the total fat content, as long as the requirements for essential fatty acid (EFA) are met. For salmonids, the absolute level of fat is not critical provided there is sufficient dietary energy to support gonadal growth. If the EFA requirement is not met, it can result in abnormal eggs, reduced fertilisation and hatching percentage.Vitalis is formulated with careful attention to the lipid inclusion and the balance of EFAs.

A number of micronutrients have been found to be important for brood fish fish, including vitamins, minerals and carotenoids. Astaxanthin, vitamin E and vitamin C are vitally important as they all protect against oxidative damage and hence are essential for successful reproduction and good larval/fry quality. Other microingredients enhance the health status of brood fish and benefit the offspring in the instance that improved immunity is transmissible to fish eggs.