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Highlights of the aquaculture production systems research program, focusing on recent research at the University of Guelph. ; More than 25 faculty, staff and graduate students conduct production systems research related to farmed fish. State-of-the-art facilities at Alma Aquaculture Research Station provide a foundation for their work. Industry and government support this leading edge research that focuses on nutrition and feeding management, ecosystem impacts and mitigation, health management and genetic improvement. ; Project supported by Agri-Food and Rural Link, Mobilizing Agri-food and Rural Research Knowledge. A program of the OMAFRA-U of G Partnership Program. http://www.uoguelph.ca/omafra_partnership/en/partnershipprograms/KTT.asp

"The Commonwealth Blue Economy Series aims to support the development of the blue economy in Commonwealth member countries by providing a high-level assessment of the opportunities available for economic diversification and sustainable growth in small island developing states (SIDS). This second volume, Aquaculture, explores the potential for the development of a blue economy mariculture industry, as well as specific enabling conditions that could assist in moving towards economic reality where opportunities exist." - Provided by publisher

China has a rich history of aquaculture dating back more than 2000 years. After China instituted economic reforms in the late 1970s, farmers and local governments rapidly increased aquaculture production. Today China is by far the largest producer and exporter of aquaculture products in the world. Aquaculture has been tremendously helpful in providing Chinese farmers with a way to diversify their production in a profitable manner; however, a number of issues face the industry today threaten to undermine its continued success. This paper investigates these issues with specific emphasis on those issues most affecting small farmers. It utilizes interviews and field research in addition to data analysis to draw conclusions about the state of aquaculture in China. Throughout, this paper focuses on how aquaculture can be better utilized to increase the economic wellbeing of rural Chinese. The results of this research suggest that an array of issues ranging from transportation to pharmaceutical regulation hinder further development in the industry.

China has a rich history of aquaculture dating back more than 2000 years. After China instituted economic reforms in the late 1970s, farmers and local governments rapidly increased aquaculture production. Today China is by far the largest producer and exporter of aquaculture products in the world. Aquaculture has been tremendously helpful in providing Chinese farmers with a way to diversify their production in a profitable manner; however, a number of issues face the industry today threaten to undermine its continued success. This paper investigates these issues with specific emphasis on those issues most affecting small farmers. It utilizes interviews and field research in addition to data analysis to draw conclusions about the state of aquaculture in China. Throughout, this paper focuses on how aquaculture can be better utilized to increase the economic wellbeing of rural Chinese. The results of this research suggest that an array of issues ranging from transportation to pharmaceutical regulation hinder further development in the industry.

This book is about important relevant recent research topics in sustainable aquaculture practices. A critical assessment of the sustainable finishing methods and the aspect of sustainable aquaculture feed is presented in this volume. A special focus has been given to socio-economic and environmental assessment of aquaculture practices and analysis of carbon footprint under an intensive aquaculture regime. Aquaponics as a niche for sustainable modern aquaculture has been highlighted. The effect of use of pharmaceuticals to prevent fish disease on the surrounding marine environment is an emerging area of concern, and a critical discussion on this aspect is included in the book. The spread of organic waste and nutrients released by fish farms to natural water bodies has raised considerable concerns. Therefore the methods to prevent their dispersion and removal (treatment) have been comprehensively covered in this book. This book is an essential read for academician, researchers, and policy makers in the field of aquaculture.

Papers presented at a national symposium held at New Delhi during 20-21 February 1998

Introduction -- Aquaculture ecosystems -- Productivity and carrying capacity of aquaculture waters -- Interactions between aquaculture and environment -- Growth of aquaculture animals -- Effects of cyclical fluctuation of environmental factors on aquatic organisms -- Biological control of water quality in aquaculture -- Sediment and remediation of aquaculture ponds -- Integrated aquaculture and their structure optimization -- Land based intensive aquaculture -- Pond aquaculture in waterlogged salt-alkali land -- Fish cage farming in open waters -- Health maintenance and welfare of aquaculture animals -- Sustainability of aquaculture production systems.