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Genetic improvement programs for aquaculture species in developing countries: prospects and challenges
(2009)Type: Conference PaperAquaculture in developing countries is largely based on unimproved fish strains. There is ample evidence indicating the potential of genetic improvement programs and a range of selection methods may be used. Examples of ... -
Producing tilapia in small cage in West Africa
(2009)Type: ManualThis document is part of a series of 5 technical manuals produced by the Challenge Program Project CP34 “Improved fisheries productivity and management in tropical reservoirs”. The Water Research Institute (WRI) in Akosombo, ... -
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Dissemination and adoption of milkfish aquaculture technology in the Philippines
(2009)Type: BriefThis publication is adapted from the report of the project "Dissemination and adoption of milkfish aquaculture technology in the Philippines. 2007" The key lessons learned are highlighted: 1)Strengthen extension systems ... -
Interaction between calcium and some heavy metals in fish ponds that receive different water sources
(2009)Type: Journal ArticleThe current study was carried out to investigate the effect of interaction between calcium and some heavy metals in fish reared in two different water sources (agricultural drainage water and irrigation Nile water). -
Effects of relatedness and inbreeding on reproductive success of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
(2009)Type: Journal ArticleIt is well established that progeny of inbred matings are less fit than those of outbred matings, and that inbred individuals suffer from reduced viability and fertility. Inbreeding can be avoided by dispersal of progeny ... -
Fish as the "bank in the water" - evidence from chronic-poor communities in Congo
(2009)Type: Journal ArticleSmall-scale fisheries in developing countries are often perceived as being a low-productivity and backward informal sector. As a result they are rarely considered in poverty reduction programmes and rural development ... -
Water and fisheries
(2009)Type: Book ChapterThis paper highlights the importance of fisheries and aquaculture in management of the world’s water resources. It underlines the value of these resources and the critical importance of managing water quantity and quality ... -
Fisheries in Zambia: an undervalued contributor to poverty reduction
(2009)Type: BriefThis brief examines the fisheries sector in Zambia. Fisheries sector has made a small contribution (1.24%) to the country's national GDP. However, It is estimated that more than 20 percent of animal protein intake for ... -
Nearshore fish aggregating devices: a means of habitat protection and food security in post disaster Solomon Islands
(2009)Type: Journal ArticleIn the aftermath of the tsunami in 2007, in an effort to assist communities in Western Province in Solomon Islands, the World Wide Fund for Nature, Solomon Islands (WWFSI) received funding from the David and Lucille Packard ... -
Changements climatiques : quelle recherche pour relever les défis posés à la pêche et à l’aquaculture
(2009)Type: BriefLe changement climatique pose de nouveaux défis pour la durabilité des pêches et de l'aquaculture, avec de sérieuses conséquences pour les 520 millions de personnes qui en dépendent pour leur subsistance et les presque ... -
Enhancing fishery productivity in small reservoir in India: technical manual
(2009)Type: ManualThis document is part of a series of 5 technical manuals produced by the Challenge Program Project CP34 “Improved fisheries productivity and management in tropical reservoirs”. Inland capture fisheries in India have declined ... -
Zambia planning meeting, 8-9 Nov 2007. Workshop report
(2009)Type: ReportThe WorldFish Center and FAO are implementing a regional programme entitled "Fisheries and HIV/AIDS in Africa; investing in sustainable solutions", funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) ... -
Diagnosing, strengthening and monitoring small-scale fishery resilience
(2009)Type: BriefThe project "Improving resilience and adaptive capacity of fisheries-dependent communities in Solomon Islands" uses participatory diagnosis to identify threats to rural coastal communities in Solomon Islands and sources ... -
Livelihood assessment tools
(2009)Type: Book ChapterThis chapter presents livelihood analysis concepts, and provides an operational model for livelihood analysis in the context of wetland systems. It recommends a generic ‘nested’ sampling approach, and gives guidance on a ... -
Fisheries and aquaculture in a changing climate
(2009)Type: BriefThis policy brief highlights the key issues to ensure that decision makers and climate change negotiators are aware of and understand the changes and their impacts, and the opportunities for adaptation and mitigation in ... -
Social identity and access to natural resources: ethnicity and regionalism from a maritime perspective
(2009)Type: Book ChapterIn this book chapter, the author examines the concept of "Wawasan Nusantara", how it is related to the marine fishery policies in Indonesia, and the conflicts arises from local fishing communities because of difference in ... -
The role of ornamental goldfish Carassius auratus in transfer of some viruses and ectoparasites to cultured fish in Egypt: comparative ultra-pathological studies
(2009)Type: Journal ArticleGoldfish, common carp and Nile tilapia were sampled between September 2002 and May 2003 to investigate lesions induced by viral diseases and ectoparasites. Goldfish exhibited neoplasms, Dermocystidium sp., Ichthyophthirius ... -
Coral bleaching in space and time
(2009)Type: Book ChapterOne of the most dire consequences of global climate change for coral reefs is the increased frequency and severity of mass coral bleaching events. This chapter looks at the spatial and temporal patterns of coral bleaching ...
