When tilapia eggs hatch, the larvae rely on the yolk sac to provide the nutritional needs before they begin feeding.

In nature, there isn’t always a constant supply of feed and many fry will die during this first stage of life. In hatcheries however, sufficient amounts of high quality starter feeds can be continuously supplied, providing all fry with an equal opportunity to feed and ensuring a very high survival rate.

Tilapia are still vulnerable during the fingerling stage. Small in size and physiological not completely developed yet. Particularly, the immune system is still in its infancies. Vaccination and transfer from hatchery to nursery sites can give additional stress and injuries. Fingerlings continue to benefit from Nutra during this life stage.

Tilapia are fully developed and ready for fast growth and fish production. As females tend to grow less well and mature early, it is industry practice to use all-male populations. Optimal nutrition for the right size and fed at the right time is key to maximize growth and feed efficiency. Creating optimal farming conditions will contribute to better performance and survival in this stage.