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Milkfish culture in the Philippines
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Abstract
The article discusses the development of milkfish aquaculture industry in the Philippines. The impact of milkfish aquaculture to the environment, the different farming techniques and its economic aspects are also discussed.
Suggested Citation
SEAFDEC/AQD (1995). Milkfish culture in the Philippines. Aqua Farm News , 13(6), 2-3. http://hdl.handle.net/10862/2488
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- Aqua Farm News [286]
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