Aegean Region – KılıçDeniz Hatchery Trials

VAVahid A.·February 8, 2026·3 min read
Aegean Region – KılıçDeniz Hatchery Trials

Client: KılıçDeniz, Türkiye’s largest aquaculture company

Region: Aegean Coast, Türkiye

Focus: Live Feed Optimization & Custom Trial Protocols

Challenge:

KılıçDeniz faced persistent challenges in rotifer stability and yield, limiting larval rearing performance and driving up operational costs.

What We Did:

Conducted on-site trials tailored to KılıçDeniz’s hatchery setup and environmental parametersDesigned and tested multiple live feed formulations, focusing on rotifer and chlorella protocolsImplemented a step-by-step live feed management plan with built-in monitoring and success metricsTrained the internal team for long-term execution and adjustments

Results:

Up to 8x increase in rotifer productionEnhanced larval health and consistency across cyclesInternal team gained the tools and knowledge to manage and improve the system independentlyRepeatable trial model adopted for future R&D at the facility

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