Aquaculture for both finfish and shellfish is expanding rapidly throughout the world. It is regarded as having the potential to provide a valuable source of protein in less developed countries and to be integrated into the farming systems and livelihoods of the rural poor.This book addresses key issues in aquaculture and rural development, with case studies drawn from several countries in South and South-East Asia. Papers included cover topics ranging from production and technical issues (such as pond culture and rice field fisheries) to social aspects and research and development methodology. The book has been developed from a meeting of the Asian Fisheries Society. It is aimed at all concerned with aquaculture and rural development.

About the Author
Dr Dave Little is a specialist in aquatic resource development and capacity building, with a track record in research and outreach with commercial and development partners with an aquatic food security focus. He has over thirty-five years of experience in interdisciplinary research and education and has published over 150 academic papers and reviews; He has supervised over 100 postgraduate student research projects, of which more than 30 have been PhD. He has maintained his interest in tilapia since his initial PhD work on mass production of all male juveniles through to the current day. He was part of the core science team of the Blue Food Assessment (www.bluefood.earth).


Book Information
ISBN 9780851995656
Author Peter Edwards
Format Hardback
Page Count 368
Imprint CABI Publishing
Publisher CABI Publishing