Collaborative research with Dr. Lee Chee Wee and Aquaculture Innovation Centre (AIC) @ Temasek Polytechnic transforming waste into high-digestibility protein fish feed material. By harnessing the knowledge and expertise of AIC, we are not only making this process sustainable but also cost-effective. Digestibility, a critical factor in fish feed, is being meticulously studied and improved upon. We are exploring the potential of partial replacement of fish meal with soybean protein concentrate derived from repurposed okara or soybean waste along with other food waste materials.

Soybeans, though rich in protein, contain Anti-Nutritional Factors (ANFs) that reduce digestibility. Through our innovative process involving enzymatic, fermentative, and heat treatments, AIC’s expertise is helping us neutralize these ANFs. This breakthrough allows for a higher inclusion of soybean-based protein in fish feed without compromising nutrient digestibility. AIC’s team is instrumental in ensuring that our waste transformation process breaks down unusable proteins into peptides, carbohydrates into disaccharides, and fats into fatty acids while eliminating harmful bacteria and pathogens through high-temperature treatment. This intricate work aims to yield protein feed material with superior digestibility, optimal nutrition, and a balanced pH level in aquatic environments, all while reducing waste incineration and its environmental impact.