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Disease Prevention

Integrated AquaVegeculture Systems (iAVs) are designed to help keep fish healthy and prevent common diseases by:

• Keeping fewer fish in each tank, which reduces stress and lowers the risk of diseases spreading.
• Using a sand biofilter that cleans the water very well, ensuring it stays clear and healthy for the fish.
• Creating a natural setting with fewer fish, which helps to reduce stress and supports the fish’s immune systems.

Parasite Control

The sand filtration system in iAVs acts like a natural barrier against many fish parasites by:

• Trapping and filtering out parasite eggs and larvae before they can infect the fish again.
• Disrupting the life cycles of parasites that need other hosts or surfaces to survive.

Using Algae and Soil Microbes for Disease ControlThe sand biofilter in integrated aquaculture systems creates a friendly environment for beneficial algae and tiny soil creatures that help fight off fish diseases and pests. Here’s how it works:

• Helpful algae and certain bacteria in the sand filter produce natural substances that can kill harmful germs and parasites, helping to keep fish healthier.
• A diverse community of soil microbes, including bacteria and fungi, helps protect both plants and fish from diseases by competing with harmful organisms and enhancing the fish’s natural defenses.
• Additionally, the algae and bacteria can form protective layers that trap and filter out parasite eggs and larvae, keeping them from infecting the fish again.