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Changing traditions: first global look at the gender dimensions of fisheries
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleThe Asian Fisheries Society and the WorldFish Center conducted the first ever Global Symposium on Gender and Fisheries in Penang, Malaysia, from 30 November to 4 December 2004. The two-day Symposium, held in conjunction ... -
Ornamental Fishes: a Sustainable Livelihoods for Rainforest Communities
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleThe ornamental fish sector is an extensive and global component of international trade, fisheries, aquaculture and development. However, the scope of this sector and the impact on human and aquatic communities are often ... -
The WorldFish Center: publications and selected abstracts. 2004
(2005)Type: BookThis volume contains a list of papers published by WorldFish Center scientists in 2004 together with their abstracts. It is a reflection of the results of the research carried out through the Center in collaboration with ... -
A post-tsunami assessment of coastal living resources of Langkawi Archipelago, Peninsular Malaysia
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleRapid and detailed post-tsunami surveys carried out in the Langkawi archipelago in January 2005 showed that the coral reefs do not suffer any significant structural damage. Nevertheless, there were signs of recent sediment ... -
Rehabilitating livelihoods in tsunami-affected coastal communities in Asia
(2005)Type: BriefIt is the second in a series of policy briefs being developed by CONSRN (Consortium to Restore Shattered Livelihoods in Tsunami-Devastated Nations) to assist in the rehabilitation efforts following the 26 December 2004 ... -
Technical assistance to the community-based fisheries management (CBFM) project: assessment of the impact of the CBFM project on community-managed fisheries in Bangladesh
(2005)Type: ReportThe CBFM Output to Purpose Review 2 (OPR2) Report identified a need to further examine the impact of the CBFM activities on fisheries management performance at the local level in preparation for the final phase of the ... -
Status and economics of freshwater aquaculture in selected countries of Asia
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleThe paper discusses the status of freshwater aquaculture, and the productivity and cost effectiveness of alternative technologies in the major fish producing countries in Asia, such as Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, ... -
Culture-based production systems: Options for the chambo in Lake Malawi and Lake Malombe
(2005)Type: Conference PaperThe drastic decline of the chambo in Lake Malawi and Lake Malombe has sparked interest in its restoration to reach its maximum sustainable yield (MSY). The paper reviews several options that are applied worldwide and ... -
Aquaculture extension impacts in Bangladesh: a case study from Kapasia, Gazipur
(2005)Type: ReportWith many ponds and high demand for fish, Bangladesh has a high potential for aquaculture . Since the 1980s, there have been many aquaculture extension projects. As a result, pond aquaculture production is estimated to ... -
Demand for Fish by Species in India: Three-Stage Budgeting Framework
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleThe demand studies for the fish sector are limited by their high degree of aggregation, and the lack of empirical basis for estimating the underlying elasticity of demand. In this study, the three-stage budgeting framework ... -
Wetlands governance in the Mekong Region: country reports on the legal-institutional framework and economic valuation of aquatic resources
(2005)Type: ReportWetlands are central to the livelihoods of rural communities through out the Mekong Region, providing vital functions and services that support the rural economy, ensure food security for the most vulnerable membrs of ... -
Evaluation of the contribution of fisheries and aquaculture to food security in developing countries
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleFish contain important nutrients such as essential fatty acids, iron, zinc, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Production of freshwater fish depends on the strategic application of various management techniques. The demand ... -
Reefbase Pacific flyer
(2005)Type: BrochureThe ReefBase Pacific project is a component of the Coral Reef Initiative for the South Pacific (CRISP) (www.crisponline.net), executed by the WorldFish Center (www.worldfishcenter.org) and funded by the Agence Française ... -
Aquatic resources valuation and policies for poverty elimination in the lower Mekong basin: final report volume 1 project implementation and outcomes
(2005)Type: ReportThis report presents the final outputs of the project on "Aquatic resources valuation and policies for poverty elimination in the Lower Mekong Basin". Volume 1 summarizes the implementation process, outcomes and key lessons ... -
Dissemination and adoption of milkfish aquaculture technology in the Philippines
(2005)Type: ReportThe study focuses on the current structure of the milkfish industry by examining the development and changes in the production and processing technologies, and product demand, markets and institutions over the past decade. ... -
Participatory action learning (PAL) : a manual and a compilation of pond and rice field fish culture PAL sessions plans
(2005)Type: ManualThis manual, which focuses on pond and rice field ecosystems, is in two parts. Part 1 provides background information for trainers of farmers on using the theory of participatory action learning (PAL), provides a PAL ... -
Deleterious effects of non-native species introduced into Lake Victoria, East Africa
(2005)Type: Journal ArticleLake Victoria, in East Africa, has suffered from introductions and invasions of non-native species such as Lates niloticus, various tilapiine species, and Eichornia crassipes since the 1950s. These have had a devastating ... -
Carp genetic resources for aquaculture in Asia
(2005)Type: ReportThere are over 1 300 species of cyprinids in Asia, which form an important part of the world’s aquatic biodiversity. Aquaculture and capture fisheries involving cyprinids are a vital part of the livelihoods of many millions ... -
Millenium Ecosystem Assessment. 2005. Global Assessment Report: Policy Responses.
(2005)Type: Book ChapterFresh water can make a greater contribution to human well-being if society improves the design and management of water resource infrastructure, establishes more inclusive governance and integrated approaches to water ... -
Threatened cyprinid species in Asia
(2005)Type: Book ChapterDespite the considerable potential for continued growth in cyprinid aquaculture production in Asia, there are increasing concerns about the status of native cyprinids especially those that are important to aquaculture in ...
