Nexgen Innovation Centre(NIC)
Our DSIR-recognized in-house R&D facility is where the next generation of aquaculture nutrition is being created - combining science, technology, and deep field knowledge.
DSIR-Recognized In-House R&D Unit
Recognition
15+
Scientists & Nutritionists
3+
Patents Filed
12+
Research Publications
Where Science Meets
the Pond
The Nexgen Innovation Centre (NIC), established in 2019, is Deepak Nexgen Feeds' dedicated aquaculture feed research facility. Recognized by the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India, NIC represents our commitment to continuous innovation in aquaculture nutrition.
Our team of 15+ scientists, nutritionists, and aquaculture specialists work on cutting-edge research - from sustainable ingredient substitution to probiotic development and feed processing technology optimization.
Research & Development Units
Three dedicated units at the Nexgen Innovation Centre, each focused on a distinct pillar of aquaculture nutrition science. Details below are placeholders and will be updated with final unit information.
Unit Red
Feed Formulation & Nutrition Research
Placeholder unit focused on species-specific feed formulation, nutrient requirement trials, and pilot-scale extrusion runs for Kingfish and ifeed product lines.
Core Capabilities
Formulation software, pilot extruder, proximate analysis bench, ingredient library, trial pond coordination (placeholder).
Research Activities & Milestones
| Code | Activity | Domain | Duration | Output | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-01 | Vannamei grower reformulation | Shrimp nutrition | 8 weeks | Trial formula | Active |
| R-02 | Low-fishmeal protein blend | Sustainability | 12 weeks | Ingredient spec | Active |
| R-03 | Kingfish finisher buoyancy test | Fish feed | 6 weeks | Process report | Planned |
| R-04 | Vitamin premix stability study | Nutrition | 10 weeks | Shelf-life data | Active |
* Placeholder schedule and outputs. To be confirmed by NIC leadership.
Unit Blue
Biotech & Functional Additive Development
Placeholder unit for probiotic, immunostimulant, and HCP-related R&D, bridging laboratory culture work with pond and feed application trials.
Core Capabilities
Microbiology lab, culture scale-up, challenge models, bioassay kits, coordination with Deepak Nexgen Biotech (placeholder).
Research Activities & Milestones
| Code | Activity | Domain | Duration | Output | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-01 | Multi-strain probiotic consortium | Microbiology | 16 weeks | Culture blend | Active |
| B-02 | ฮฒ-glucan dose response | Immunity | 10 weeks | Dosage chart | Active |
| B-03 | Organic acid premix for ifeed+ | Gut health | 8 weeks | Formula note | Completed |
| B-04 | Pond biofloc compatibility trial | Applied R&D | 14 weeks | Field protocol | Planned |
* Placeholder schedule and outputs. To be confirmed by NIC leadership.
Unit Dark Blue
Feed Technology & Process Innovation
Placeholder unit for extrusion parameters, pellet quality, water stability, and process efficiency, supporting both fish and shrimp production lines.
Core Capabilities
Feed technology lab, pellet durability index, water stability rigs, NIR interface, Muyang/IDAH parameter trials (placeholder).
Research Activities & Milestones
| Code | Activity | Domain | Duration | Output | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-01 | Shrimp micro-pellet durability | IDAH line | 6 weeks | PDI target | Active |
| T-02 | Floating fish pellet expansion | Muyang line | 8 weeks | Setting sheet | Active |
| T-03 | NIR calibration update | Analytics | 4 weeks | Model file | Completed |
| T-04 | Steam conditioning efficiency | Process | 12 weeks | SOP draft | Planned |
| T-05 | Sinking rate standardization | Fish feed | 5 weeks | QC limits | Active |
* Placeholder schedule and outputs. To be confirmed by NIC leadership.
World-Class Laboratory Infrastructure
Proximate Analysis Lab
NIR spectroscopy, moisture, protein, fat, fiber analysis for every production batch
Amino Acid & Nutritional Lab
HPLC-based amino acid profiling, vitamin assays, mineral content analysis
Microbiology Lab
Microbial safety testing, probiotic culture development, pathogen detection
Feed Technology Lab
Pellet durability, water stability, buoyancy, and sinking rate optimization
Test Pond Facility
On-site freshwater and brackish water ponds for live feed trials and growth studies
Active Research Projects
Development of low-fishmeal vannamei shrimp feed using plant-protein sources
Multi-strain probiotic consortium for improved FCR and disease resistance
Insect meal (BSFL) integration as sustainable protein source in fish feed
Precision microencapsulation of vitamins for extended shelf-life feed
AI-driven feed formulation optimization models
Collaborate with NIC
We welcome research collaborations with universities, fisheries institutions, ingredient suppliers, and government bodies. Let's innovate together.