Sustaining aquaculture in Malaysia: battling pathogens for a healthier future

Nawi, Mohd Firdaus (2024) Sustaining aquaculture in Malaysia: battling pathogens for a healthier future. The Oceanographer, 9. pp. 12-18. ISSN 1985—2150

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Abstract

The aquaculture industry in Malaysia has experienced remarkable growth over the past few decades, transforming the country into one of the leading producers of farmed seafood in Southeast Asia. This expansion is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for seafood due to population growth, export opportunities, and the depletion of wild fish stocks. As a result, Malaysia has placed significant emphasis on aquaculture development as a means of enhancing food security, improving rural livelihoods, and contributing to the national economy. One of the most pressing issues in Malaysian aquaculture today is the outbreak of fish diseases, which has become more frequent and severe as farming systems have intensified. The proliferation of pathogens, whether viral, bacterial, parasitic, or fungal, poses a significant threat to the industry, leading to reduced growth rates, mass mortality, and substantial economic losses.

Item Type:	Article (Magazine)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Sustainable aquaculture, aquatic animal health, pathogen, biosecurity, water quality
Subjects:	Q Science > QL Zoology Q Science > QR Microbiology S Agriculture > SH Aquaculture. Fisheries. Angling > SH151 Aquaculture - Fish Culture
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Science > Institute of Oceanography and Maritime Studies Kulliyyah of Science
Depositing User:	Dr Mohd Firdaus Nawi
Date Deposited:	18 Jun 2025 09:09
Last Modified:	18 Jun 2025 09:09
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121566

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