Aquaculture

According to the World Resources Institute, aquaculture—or fish farming—has grown rapidly to meet world fish demand, more than doubling production between 2000 and 2012. New research shows that aquaculture production will need to more than double again between now and 2050 to meet the demands of a growing population. Resources available in this sub-theme include aquaculture development strategies, country-wide aquaculture project reports, and institutional practices for aquaculture strengthening, among other resources that support improving aquaculture globally.

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Aquaculture Resources

Survey of the Fish Culture Potential in the San Julian and Alto Beni Colonization Projects of Bolivia

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Summarizes the on-site investigations into the potential of tropical fish culture in the Santa Cruz and Alto Beni regions of Bolivia. Each region is described in detail as to climate and topography, fish culture potential, fish culture project proposal, recommended culture fish, ecological impact,...Read more
Regional focus: 
BoliviaLatin America and the Caribbean

Project Paper Factsheet - Inland Fisheries Development

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
A proposal to create within the Government of Jamaica the institutional capacity and technical expertise to design and implement an inland fisheries program involving applied research, experimentation and an inland fisheries extension program.Read more
Regional focus: 
JamaicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Project Paper: Peru Fresh Water Fisheries Development

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
A project report on a pilot project in Peru that aimed to establish a viable model for increasing trout production in Peru.Read more
Regional focus: 
PeruLatin America and the Caribbean

Management of a Tropic Fish Pot Fishery for Maximum Sustainable Yield

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Reports research concerning the degree of exploitation of each of ten principal fish species harvested by the pot fishery, operating on the Southwest coast of Puerto Rico. Estimates growth and mortality rates for various species. Applies Beverton-Holt yield model to determine over- or under-...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Annual Report for 1976 - Aquaculture

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Aquaculture is becoming more important in developing countries as a means of providing larger quantities of protein needed for adequate diets and as an important contribution to economic growth. This report summarizes the activities of the International Center for Aquaculture during fiscal year...Read more
Regional focus: 
East Asia and Pacific

Yield Models and Tropical Artisanal Fishery Development; State of the Arts Paper

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Artisanal fisheries include a wide range of labor-intensive, low investment harvesting activities along the inland and marine coastal areas in the LDC's of the tropics. These fisheries generally rely on unsophisticated harvesting techniques. The development of artisanal fisheries must consider...Read more

Practical Technology Transfer in Small Scale Fisheries

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Identifies and discusses factors influencing the success of technology transfer within small scale fisheries. The paper analyzes the recent history of small scale fishing technology transfer and explains that a successful technology transfer project must take into account the needs and aspirations...Read more

Bibliography for the Anthropological Study of Fishing Industries and Maritime Communities: Supplement 1973-1977

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
This is a bibliography of documents pertinent to fisheries and aquaculture from sources across the globe.Read more

International Center for Aquaculture

Published: 
July 1, 1970
U.S. Agency for International Development
This brochure discusses the recognition which Auburn University received for work done in the field of fisheries and land management. An overview is provided to the work done at Auburn and the improvements in fishing technologies and applicability to areas outside of the United States.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Small Scale Fisheries

Published: 
December 1, 1976
U.S. Agency for International Development
Offers consolidated report of two grant reviews from University of Rhode Island and Auburn University. The mid-extension review combining characteristics of annual management review & comprehensive fourth year review; Notes yearly activities & accomplishments; contemplates extent of...Read more

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