Summary:
- This article discusses how high stocking density in tilapia farming can negatively impact the fish's metabolism and the quality of their fillets.
- The research found that when tilapia are raised in high-density conditions, their metabolism is "reprogrammed," leading to changes in the composition and texture of the fish's muscle tissue.
- These changes can result in lower fillet quality, including reduced protein content and altered fatty acid profiles, which are important factors for consumers and the aquaculture industry.