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Organic Acids in Aquaculture: A Bibliometric Analysis
Gidelia Araujo Ferreira de Melo1, Adriano Carvalho Costa1, Matheus Barp Pierozan1
1Department of Science Animal, Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology Goioano, IF Goiano, Campus Rio Verde, Rodovia Sul Goiana, Km 01, Rio Verde 75901-970, GO, Brazil.
Organic acids enhance aquaculture by controlling pathogens and improving fish growth. Research shows a rising trend in publications, highlighting their benefits but also the need for more studies on optimal use and long-term effects.
Area of Science:
- Aquaculture
- Food Science
- Microbiology
Background:
- Organic acids offer solutions for fish production challenges, including pathogen control and preservation.
- Their application in aquaculture aims to improve fish health, digestion, and meat quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of publications on organic acids in aquaculture.
- To identify trends, leading journals, authors, countries, institutions, and keywords in this research area.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis using Web of Science and Scopus databases.
- Keywords: "organic acid*" AND ("pathogens" OR "microorganism*" OR "bacteria" OR "fungi") AND ("fish" OR "fry" OR "pisciculture").
- Data collected from 1995 to 2024.
Main Results:
- 96 articles published in 44 journals by 426 authors and 188 institutions.
- Journal Aquaculture and author Koh C. showed high impact; China led in production, Malaysia in citations.
- Top keywords included fish, organic acids, citric acid, bacteria, and digestibility.
Conclusions:
- Publication trends indicate growing interest in organic acids for aquaculture.
- Organic acids are effective antibacterial agents and promote zootechnical development.
- Further research is needed on optimal dosages, mechanisms, and long-term impacts.
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