That kind of rapid growth can overcome a number of smaller deficiencies: inexperienced management, competition, weak patent positions, etc.. (cabotwealth.com)
Even seemingly small deficiencies, especially in micronutrients, can cause imbalances in the endocrine system, lower the strength of the immune system, or even cause constant digestive problems. (herbazest.com)
This could give rise to a haddock population that survives the larva stage, but have small deficiencies that could make the individuals swim slower. (sciencedaily.com)