Egypt is one of the leading global producers of Nile tilapia, with aquaculture success closely related to water quality. The Tilapia Welfare Egypt Project aimed to enhance water quality management practices and improve fish welfare awareness among Egyptian tilapia farmers.

A comprehensive case study was conducted across 12 farms representing four major tilapia farming regions in Egypt, with three farms per region. Instrumented farms monitored water temperature and dissolved oxygen daily and measured total ammonia nitrogen (TAN), pH, nitrite, alkalinity, and Secchi disk visibility at defined intervals. Fish welfare was assessed using regular biometric and environmental indicators recorded through the FAI Tilapia Welfare App. The 12 farms under study were monitored for a full production cycle of 6 to 8 months.

According to the findings, farmers' understanding and perspectives on the significance of water quality in promoting fish health have significantly improved. Farms with monitoring equipment showed a greater ability to spot and address changes, leading to enhanced growth rates, lower mortality and more effective pond management. The results also showed that farmers' decisions on farm management were more based on results of water quality measures.

Overall, the study achieved measurable outcomes in fish performance and promoted a cultural shift towards proactive water quality management, playing a crucial role in promoting sustainable aquaculture practices and tilapia welfare throughout Egypt.