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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Shrimp Mariculture Development in Ecuador: Resource Policy Issues
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November 1, 1992U.S. Agency for International Development
During the past 15 years, Ecuador has become the Western Hemisphere's leading producer and exporter of shrimp. Growth has come about largely through mariculture development. About 8,000 MT of shrimp have been captured off the Ecuadorian coast each year since the late 1970s. Meanwhile, pond...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanEstablishing a Sustainable Shrimp Mariculture Industry in Ecuador
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January 1, 1989U.S. Agency for International Development
Ecuador's shrimp mariculture industry is booming - it earns more than any other private sector activity in Ecuador. Nevertheless, concerns about declines in shrimp stocks and water quality and increasing international competition are challenging Ecuador to build a shrimp farming industry that...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanDevelopment of a Swimming Crab Fishery in Ecuador
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November 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper looks at the development of a swimming crab fishery in Ecuador. Since the 1950's, lesser developed countries have made increasing efforts to examine their fishery resources. Fishery development activities have multifaceted objectives but basically one overall goal: to improve the...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanPsychocultural Adaptation and the Formation of Fishermen's Cooperatives in Ecuador
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June 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper looks at the psychocultural adaptation and the formation of fishermen's cooperatives in Ecuador. In most fisheries departments and development agencies around the world mariculture and marine capture fisheries are often lumped together in "the fishery sector," and the...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanFactors Influencing Success of Fishermen's Cooperatives in Ecuador
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March 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper looks at factors influencing success of fishermen's cooperatives in Ecuador. The fishermen's cooperative is viewed by many as the ideal type of organization for use in improving the welfare of fishermen in development projects. Major development agencies such as the Food and...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanIntegrated Strategy to Promote a Sustainable Shrimp Mariculture Industry in Ecuador
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April 1, 1987U.S. Agency for International Development
As the world's leading producer of cultured shrimp since 1983, Ecuador has profited from its shrimp mariculture industry; however, the industry has also been the major cause of changes in Ecuador's coastal ecosystems. This report presents in summary form the principal findings and...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanTrip Report: USAID Fisheries Cooperative Agreement
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January 1, 1986U.S. Agency for International Development
This report is a summary of a two-week visit to Ecuador made during the period of October 19 to November 1, 1986. The purpose of the visit determined research project material; presented seminars related to fishery losses; and identified possible sources of funding for projects in the field.Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanCold Water Aquaculture in Ecuador
U.S. Agency for International Development
In his report on Aquaculture Development in Ecuador (Aug 1981), Dr. Ronald P. Phelps of Auburn University states that there is a wide variety of aquaculture potentials in Ecuador based on the diversity of geographical and natural resources. He correctly cites an increasing per capita consumption...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanFinal Report, June 1988 to May 1991: The Importance of Mangroves in Sustaining Fisheries and Controlling Water Quality in Coastal Ecosystems
U.S. Agency for International Development
This final report describes an ecosystem analysis of Guayas River estuary, Ecuador, along with ecological studies in Terminos Lagoon, Mexico, to quantify the function of mangroves in different environmental settings. Mangroves may provide food and habitat to a variety of trophic levels, as well as...Read more
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