An Analytical Framework on Utilizing Various Integrated Multi-Trophic Scenarios for Basil Production

Ștefan-Mihai Petrea1,2, Ira Adeline Simionov1,3, Alina Antache1,4

  • 1Food Science, Food Engineering, Biotechnology and Aquaculture Department, Faculty of Food Science and Engineering, "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati, Domnească Street, No. 111, 800008 Galaţi, Romania.

Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 11, 2023
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces AI-driven aquaponics using Rapana venosa shells (R) as a sustainable substrate for basil and sturgeon. The innovative R substrate improved basil growth and quality, offering a promising alternative to traditional methods.

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