The Aquaculture Podcast Show - Dr. Kevin Fitzsimmons: Fishmeal and Fish Oil Prices and Alternative Ingredients | Ep. 82

the aquaculture podcast show Oct 12, 2026

In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, Dr. Kevin Fitzsimmons, from the University of Arizona, explains why rising fishmeal and fish oil costs are accelerating interest in alternative aquafeed ingredients. He discusses algae oils, insect meals, single-cell proteins, animal byproducts, scaling challenges, and commercial adoption while highlighting their importance for sustainable aquaculture nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

  • Fishmeal and fish oil supply pressure
  • Alternative ingredient options
  • Forage fish and marine ecosystem demand
  • Ingredient scaling challenges
  • Investment and commercial adoption

 

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