AQUACHICK: Økt genetisk fremgang i tilapia gjennom avlsmetoder inspirert av fjørfe

Offentlig prosjektsammendrag

The AQUACHICK project aims to transform Nile tilapia into a more efficient and sustainable fish for aquaculture, much like how modern chickens are bred for maximum productivity. By applying advanced breeding techniques from poultry, the project will develop specialized tilapia breeding lines that focus on traits such as faster growth, disease resistance, and increased robustness. Crossbreeding these lines will produce fish with hybrid vigor, combining the best traits for improved performance. While tilapia’s unique biology and the less developed state of its breeding industry pose challenges, AQUACHICK is using cutting-edge tools like genetic monitoring and precision breeding to address them. The project will work with experts and conduct detailed trials to refine these techniques. The goal is to accelerate genetic progress, making tilapia a more sustainable and reliable source of protein for the future.