U.S. Domestic Resources

Welcome to the H2infO U.S. Domestic Resources Page. On this page you will find U.S. Water Partnership member resources aimed at helping domestic stakeholders address the unique water challenges of the United States.

U.S. Domestic Resources

Management of a Tropic Fish Pot Fishery for Maximum Sustainable Yield

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Reports research concerning the degree of exploitation of each of ten principal fish species harvested by the pot fishery, operating on the Southwest coast of Puerto Rico. Estimates growth and mortality rates for various species. Applies Beverton-Holt yield model to determine over- or under-...Read more
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United StatesNorth America

International Center for Aquaculture

Published: 
July 1, 1970
U.S. Agency for International Development
This brochure discusses the recognition which Auburn University received for work done in the field of fisheries and land management. An overview is provided to the work done at Auburn and the improvements in fishing technologies and applicability to areas outside of the United States.Read more
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United StatesNorth America

U.S. University Role in Education for Marine Resources Development in the LdC's

Published: 
March 1, 1978
U.S. Agency for International Development
Representatives from U.S. universities concerned with international educational assistance in the marine sector gathered at the University of Rhode Island in December 1977 to discuss their common interests. Some of the topics reviewed were near shore and artisan fisheries, aquaculture, coastal land...Read more
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United StatesNorth America

Structure of Job Satisfaction Among New England Fishermen

Published: 
March 1, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
Several different metrics and evaluation tools were used to evaluate the job satisfaction of fisherman in New England following the passage of the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976. The details of the study and satisfaction levels are included in this report.Read more
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United StatesNorth America

Stock Assessment for Tropical Small-Scale Fisheries: Proceedings of an International Workshop Held September 19-21, 1979, At the University of Rhode Island, Kingston, R. I.

Published: 
September 21, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
As developing nations increasingly turn to the sea for food and export products, coastal artisanal fisheries threaten to deplete area aquatic resources. This report outlines the results of an AID-funded workshop conducted by the University of Rhode Island on the use of stock assessment for small-...Read more
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United StatesNorth America

Sociocultural Aspects of Fisheries Management

Published: 
June 1, 1981
U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper covers the sociocultural aspects of fisheries management. Sociocultural impacts of fisheries management have become somewhat of an issue since the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 mandated that regulations must consider social as well as economic and biological impacts of...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Annual Report for International Center for Marine Resource Development (ICMRD) During July 1, 1981 Through June 30, 1982

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report covers several projects under the International Center for Marine Resource Development at the University of Rhode Island to depict activities during the period of July 1, 1981 through June 30, 1982.Read more
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United StatesNorth America

Particular Needs of Fishing Vessels for Use in the Developing World

Published: 
January 1, 1984
U.S. Agency for International Development
The fisheries of developing nations sometimes require vessels whose characteristics are quite different from those used in the industrialized countries. The panel assembled here is composed of representatives from East Asia, Latin America, West Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean. Each of...Read more
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United StatesNorth America

New Directions in Ocean Law, Policy and Management

Published: 
December 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper will first briefly examine the marine environment of the West Africa coast with a focus on the environment of the West African coast with a focus on the region's living marine resources. This will be followed by a discussion of the Law of the Sea Convention with particular reference...Read more
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United StatesNorth America

Principles & Practices of Pond Aquaculture

Published: 
September 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Current knowledge of pond aquaculture is herein reviewed in 18 papers. Part I reviews the history of aquaculture development activities by U.S. Government agencies and the Peace Corps' involvement in freshwater aquaculture. Part II examines biological principles of pond culture with respect...Read more
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United StatesNorth America