Application of Medicinal Herbs to Aquaculture in Asia

Sataporn DIREKBUSARAKOM

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Sataporn DIREKBUSARAKOM School of Agricultural Technology, Walailak University, Thasala, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80161

Keywords:

Medicinal herbs, Aquaculture, Asia

Abstract

Aquaculture has increased greatly in Asia, but there are various problems associated with acquacultural production one of which is the use of antimicrobial agents resulting in more resistant bacterial strains which adversely affect human health and the natural environment. This paper presents information on the role and application of herbs for aquaculture in Asia.

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