Modern Aquaculture in the Coastal Zone

Modern Aquaculture in the Coastal Zone
Author: João Coimbra
Publisher: IOS Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2001
Genre: Aquacultural engineering
ISBN: 9780967335568

The successful development of coastal aquaculture in the opening years of the new millennium will depend upon solution of a multiplicity of economic, sociological, engineering, scientific and environmental issues. The objective of this volume is to update the current status of research in aquaculture in the coastal zone and outline directions for the development of sustainable aquaculture using modern methodologies. It also discusses the application of existing knowledge and the creation of new knowledge to ensure that aquaculture will develop at a sufficient pace to sustain and enhance the availability of high quality foods of aquatic origin in the human diet despite the global decline in the capture fishery.

Guidelines for the Promotion of Environmental Management of Coastal Aquaculture Development

Guidelines for the Promotion of Environmental Management of Coastal Aquaculture Development
Author: Uwe C. Barg
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 132
Release: 1992
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789251032640

This document is directed to aquaculture development specialists, coastal resource use planners and government officials involved and interested in the planning and management of coastal aquaculture development within the wider context of resource use in coastal areas. It is intended to serve in the promotion of environmental management of coastal aquaculture. Guidelines are given for improved environmental management of coastal aquaculture based on an overview of selected published experiences and concepts. Potential adverse environmental effects of and on coastal aquaculture practices are addressed with consideration of main socio-economic and bio-physical factors. Methodologies are presented for the assessment and monitoring of environmental hazards and impacts of coastal aquaculture. Selected environmental management options are described for application both at policy-level and farm-level.

Social and Economic Dimensions of Carrageenan Seaweed Farming

Social and Economic Dimensions of Carrageenan Seaweed Farming
Author: Diego Valderrama
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Marine algae culture
ISBN: 9789251077467

Carrageenan is a gelling agent extracted from red seaweeds and it has multiple applications in the food processing and other industries. Increasing demand for carrageenan has led to rapid expansion of carrageenan seaweed (primarily Kappaphycus and Eucheuma) farming in tropical areas. This expansion is expected to continue, but many issues need to be addressed to enable the sector to develop its full potential in contributing towards sustainable livelihoods, human development and social well-being. Including six country case studies and a global synthesis, this document provides a comprehensive and balanced assessment of the economic, social and governance dimensions of carrageenan seaweed farming. Information and insights provided by this document should facilitate evidence-based decision-makings in both the public and private sectors.

Species and System Selection for Sustainable Aquaculture

Species and System Selection for Sustainable Aquaculture
Author: PingSun Leung
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2008-02-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0470276576

Published in Cooperation with THE UNITED STATES AQUACULTURE SOCIETY As aquaculture production continues to grow and develop there is a continuous search for new species to culture to be able to fully exploit new national and international markets. Species selection for aquaculture development often poses an enormous challenge for decision makers who must decide which species and culture technologies to support with public resources, and then how best to divide those resources. Species and System Selection for Sustainable Aquaculture brings together contributions from international experts with experience in identifying potential species and production systems for sustainable aquaculture with a socioeconomic focus. The book is divided into three sections: Principles, Practices, and Species-Specific Public Policy for Sustainable Development. An outgrowth of a workshop held as part of the Aquaculture Interchange Program with examples from around the globe carefully edited by PingSun Leung, Pat O'Bryen, and Cheng-Sheng Lee this volume will be an important reference for all researchers, professionals, economists, and policy-makers involved in selecting new species for the development of sustainable aquaculture.

Aquaculture Development

Aquaculture Development
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1997
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9789251039717

Provides annotations to the Principles of Article 9 of the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries. These annotations are meant to serve as general guidance, and should be taken as suggestions or observations intended to assist those interested in identifying their own criteria and options for actions, as well as partners for collaboration, in support of sustainable aquaculture development.

Planning and Management for Sustainable Coastal Aquaculture Development

Planning and Management for Sustainable Coastal Aquaculture Development
Author: IMO/FAO/UNESCO-IOC/WMO/WHO/IAEA/UN/UNEP Joint Group of Experts on the Scientific Aspects of Marine Environmental Protection
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2001
Genre: Aquacultural engineering
ISBN: 9789251046340

This report is based on a review of literature and experience relating to the planning and management of aquaculture development and its integration into coastal area management. It explores in detail how more planned and integrated approaches can be applied to aquaculture development. These approaches range from "enhanced sectorial" initiatives, to incorporation within comprehensive ICM programmes.

Sustainable Aquaculture

Sustainable Aquaculture
Author: John E. Bardach
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 346
Release: 1997-04-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471148296

Aquaculture is a rapidly growing, successful approach to improving diets by providing more high quality fish and shellfish protein. It is also an industry with major unresolved issues because of its negative impact on the environment. This book is a pioneering effort in the development of environmentally benign aquaculture methods.

Blue Frontiers

Blue Frontiers
Author:
Publisher: WorldFish
Total Pages: 103
Release: 2011
Genre: Aquaculture
ISBN: 9832346789

Environment and Livelihoods in Tropical Coastal Zones

Environment and Livelihoods in Tropical Coastal Zones
Author: International Rice Research Institute
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1845931076

This book focuses on the challenges people face in managing agricultural crops, aquaculture, fisheries and related ecosystems in inland areas of coastal zones in the tropics of Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. These challenges can create conflicts in the use of natural resources between different stakeholders. Through many case studies, the book discusses the nature of the conflicts and identifies what is known and not known about how to manage them. For example, some case studies relate to the trade-offs between enhancing agricultural production by constructing embankments to keep out saline water and maintaining not only the variety of rural livelihoods but also brackish aquatic biodiversity. Other case studies provide the lessons learnt from the conversion of mangrove forests to shrimp farms.