 Medicarp was formulated to stimulate the immune system of Koi and goldfish to fight disease.
Medicarp was developed in Japan by researchers associated with Mie Univeristy in response to virus outbreaks which occurred in the Niigata prefecture. Results were excellent and in the years since, Medicarp has become a widely respected food among Japanese breeders, collectors and hobbyists.
Medicarp is a long term, maintenence food. Please use the following chart as a guide.
| Season | Water Temperature | Digestion | Feeding Instructions |
| Spring Autumn |
Low |
Low |
As the water is cool in morning and evening, feed Koi only at midday. |
| Rainy Season |
Some Low |
Unstable |
As the water is cooled by rain, feed Koi moderately. |
| Summer |
High |
High |
As the warmer temperatures in summer will increase a Koi's appetite, feed Koi at least 2 or 3 times per day. |
| Winter |
Low |
Very Low |
As Koi's appetite and digestion are low. Feed Koi moderately. |
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