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Report stocking densities, water quality parameters, and husbandry conditions so readers can interpret results across production systems.

Include details on species, strain, age, and life stage to support reproducibility and comparisons across studies.

When reporting feed trials, describe diet formulation, feeding schedules, and conversion metrics used to evaluate performance.

If disease challenges are part of the study, specify pathogen strain, exposure protocol, and biosecurity measures applied.

Discuss environmental sustainability implications, including effluent management, resource efficiency, and ecosystem impacts when relevant.

Provide clear descriptions of sampling methods, replication, and statistical models to support robust interpretation.

If selective breeding or genetics are involved, report breeding design, pedigree structure, and selection criteria.

Describe how welfare considerations were addressed, including anesthesia, handling, and mortality monitoring.

When reporting growth performance, include baseline measurements and explain normalization methods.

If trials involve recirculating systems or aquaponics, detail system configuration, filtration, and monitoring protocols.

Explain how climate or seasonal variables may influence results and how they were controlled or measured.

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