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The blue dimensions of aquaculture
Authors review global aquaculture production, including development, farming systems, environmental concerns and further growth potential.
Nesar Ahmed
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Coastal aquaculture in Bangladesh must adapt to climate change
Shrimp culture in coastal Bangladesh is threatened by climate change variables that include flooding, cyclones, drought, salinity changes and rising sea levels. Holistic planning can help reduce the impacts.
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Non-native fish species present farming opportunities, challenges in Bangladesh
Fish supply is a food security priority in Bangladesh. There is potential for the culture of non-native fish species to meet its growing population's needs.
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Prawn farming in Bangladesh faces climate change threats
The inadequate supply of postlarvae is a bottleneck for prawn production in Bangladesh. A shortage of wild broodstock to supply the hatcheries is an ongoing concern.
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Bangladesh study examines potential for prawn cage farming
While Bangladesh's prawn industry is based on pond culture, a feasibility study was conducted to establish prawn cage culture to benefit resource-poor fishers and landless people.
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Integrated prawn-fish-rice culture aids Bangladesh farmers, related workers, economy
Prawn-fish-rice farming is considered highly efficient in terms of resource utilization through the complementary use of land and water. Integrated prawn farming plays an important role in the economy of Bangladesh, earning foreign exchange, increasing food production and providing employment
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Growing pangus industry faces constraints in Bangladesh
As reflected in a survey by the authors, rising productivity and higher yields have made pangus culture more profitable than carp farming.