Research Perspective: The Advantages of Using Plant-Derived Flavonoids as Natural Treatments in Aquaculture Compared to Not Using Them

Muh. Sulaiman Dadiono (Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia)
Sri Andayani (Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia)
Sutrisno Adi Prayitno (Food Technology Study Program, Agriculture Faculty, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik, Jl. Sumatra No. 101 Gresik Kota Baru (GKB), Randuagung, Kebomas, East Java 61121, Indonesia)
Aminin (Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik, Indonesia)
Rima Oktavia Kusuma (Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia)

Academic Letters
Vol 1 No 3 (2025)

Productivity in aquaculture activities is often reduced due to disease outbreaks caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. As an alternative to chemical treatments, a natural, plant-based approach—particularly through the utilization of flavonoid compounds derived from medicinal herbs—is being developed as a safer and more sustainable solution. This paper presents the author’s perspective, based on previous research, on the advantages of using plant-derived flavonoids for the treatment of cultured fish and discusses the potential negative impacts that may arise if such compounds are not integrated into aquaculture systems.