Molasses

Molasses, as a by-product of the sugar industry, holds significant application value in multiple fields:

I. Core Applications in Aquaculture

1. Water Quality Regulation
   • Control of Toxic Gases: Molasses provides a carbon source, promoting microbial protein synthesis and effectively reducing ammonia nitrogen and nitrite concentrations. Experiments show that approximately 30 grams of molasses can balance 1 gram of nitrogen (data discrepancies require verification).
   • Stabilizing pH Levels: By increasing heterotrophic bacterial density, it inhibits excessive algal growth and maintains water pH within the safe range of 7.8-8.5.
2. Ecological Function Enhancement
   • Biofloc Cultivation: Serves as a carbon source to promote probiotic proliferation, forming natural feed and reducing feed costs.
   • Sediment Treatment: Accelerates the transformation of organic matter at the pond bottom, reducing the release of toxic gases.

II. Agricultural Efficiency Improvement

• Fertilizer Enhancement
  • Quality Improvement of Cash Crops: Sugarcane and sugar beets show a 10%-15% increase in sugar content after application, while cotton demonstrates significantly improved phosphorus fertilizer utilization.
  • Enhanced Stress Resistance: Improves disease resistance in rice and enhances the sweetness and aroma of fruit trees.

• Soil Improvement: Alleviates salinization issues and increases soil organic matter content.

III. Livestock Farming Applications

• Feed Additive
  • Promoting Feed Intake: Its sweetness improves palatability and masks the unpleasant odor of medicinal agents in feed.
  • Energy Supplement: Rapid fermentation produces volatile fatty acids, providing immediate energy for ruminants.
  • Rumen Health: Stimulates the proliferation of cellulose-decomposing bacteria and optimizes digestive function.

IV. Industrial and Basic Uses

• Fermentation Industry: Serves as a substrate raw material for the production of yeast, monosodium glutamate, and organic acids.
• Auxiliary Applications: Used in concrete retardation, mold casting processes, and more.

Precautions: In aquaculture, precise control of the dosage is necessary, as excessive amounts may cause water quality fluctuations; agricultural applications should avoid chlorine-sensitive crops (e.g., cassava); industrial use requires distinguishing between food-grade and industrial-grade standards.