Farming of prawns and shrimps
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The manual provides information on the culture of shrimps and prawns. Considerations regarding farm sites, pond specifications, pond ecosystems and differences between prawn and milkfish culture are examined. Seed supply, farm management practices and economic aspects are detailed.
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Apud, F., Primavera, J. H., & Torres, P. L. (1983). Farming of prawns and shrimps (Aquaculture extension manual No. 5) (3rd ed.). Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines: SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department.
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0115-5369Series
Aquaculture extension manual; No. 5Format
iv, 67 p. : ill.
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