KD Farm, a progressive Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS)-based Pangas (catfish) farming enterprise, aimed to optimize production efficiency, strengthen fish health, and mitigate operational risks associated with intensive aquaculture.
The integration of the NICO Nanobubble Generator marked a transformative shift in system performance, delivering consistently oxygen-rich water, improving biological conditions, and enabling measurable gains in productivity and profitability.
Prior to adopting nanobubble technology, KD Farm encountered several systemic constraints typical of high-density RAS
operations:
These challenges limited the farm’s ability to scale efficiently while maintaining optimal fish health and water quality.
To address these constraints, the NICO Nanobubble Generator was deployed to infuse water with ultra-fine oxygen nanobubbles. Due to their high stability and prolonged residence time, these nanobubbles enhance oxygen transfer efficiency and distribution within the system.
| Parameter | Unit | Conventional System | With *NNB ® Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissolved Oxygen | mg/L | 5 – 6 | 14 – 15 |
| Fish Productivity | kg/tank/cycle | 2300 – 2400 | 3100 – 3300 |
| Stock Density | kg/tank | 2400 – 2600 | 3300 – 3600 |
| Fish Mortality Rate | % | Higher | Reduced by 15 – 20% |
| Fish Stress Level | — | Higher | Significantly Reduced |
*NNB – NICO Nanobubble
The introduction of nanobubble technology delivered both biological and operational advantages:
The integration of NICO Nanobubble Technology significantly enhanced the operational performance of KD Farm’s RAS setup. By ensuring stable oxygenation, improving aquatic health conditions, and reducing input costs, the system enabled a shift toward more efficient and profitable aquaculture practices. This case reinforces the role of nanobubble technology as a critical enabler of scalable, sustainable, and high-performance aquaculture systems.
