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Analysis of small-scale coastal aquaculture in the Philippines
(Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2007)We studied the influence of the development of aquaculture in the Philippines on the local economy, focusing on coastal fishers in two towns in Capiz and Iloilo, Panay Island, Philippines. Coastal residents in the two towns ... -
Series: JIRCAS Working Report; No. 56
Development of farming schemes following disease occurrences in monodon shrimp farming using intensive method in three Southeast Asian countries
(Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2007)All three countries experienced major progress in intensive shrimp farming at different ties. Intensive farming of monodon shrimp (Penaeus monodon, an indigenous species) was first launched by the Philippines, followed by ... -
Arachidonic acid distribution in seaweed, seagrass, invertebrates and dugong in coral reef areas in the Philippines
(Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2007)Arachidonic acid (ArA) was not a minor component, and ArA distributes widely in coral reef organisms. Seagrass had high linoleic acid and linolenic acid levels with low Ara, EPA and DHA levels, while some species of seaweed ... -
Viral nervous necrosis (VNN) as a critical infectious disease of orange-spotted grouper, Epinephelus coioides, in the Philippines
(Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2007)Orange-spotted grouper, Epinephelus coioides, is a valuable commodity in the Philippines. In 2001, mass mortality occurred in the grouper larvae at Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center ... -
Series: JIRCAS Working Report No. 56
Effects of arachidonic acid supplementation on larval and survival and reproductive performance in rabbitfish, Siganus guttatus
(Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2007)Fry of tropical marine fish needed for aquaculture still comes mostly from the wild. Thus, fry availability is a major constraint in the development and extension of aquaculture, especially in rural areas of developing ... -
Series: JIRCAS Working Report; No. 75
Co-culture trials of sandfish Holothuria scabra and black tiger shrimp Penaeus monodon in mangroves
Lebata-Ramos, Ma. Junemie Hazel
; ; Sibonga, Rema ; (Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, 2012)
To address its mandate to develop environment-friendly culture techniques, the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) is trying to establish a culture system in mangroves for ... -
Series: FAO fisheries and aquaculture technical paper; No. 583
On-farm feed management practices for Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in the Philippines
Romana-Eguia, Maria Rowena R.; ; (Food and Agriculture Organization, 2013)
The contribution of the Philippines to tilapia production in Asia has increased steadily in the past five years as it addresses hunger and poverty alleviation in the region. Commercial tilapia aquaculture in the Philippines ... -
The genetic improvement of farmed tilapias project: Impact and lessons learned
(Springer, 2010)In response to challenges that the developing world confront on food security and malnutrition, the last two decades have witnessed increased efforts in genetic improvement to enhance production traits of commercially ... -
Prawn grow-out practices in the Philippines
(Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, 1988)A review is made of the current situation regarding Penaeus monodon pond culture in the Philippines, examining in particular pond management practices, including site suitability, engineering design, and harvest and ... -
Hatchery operations and management
(Aquaculture Department, SEAFDEC, 1988)A review is made of hatchery technology regarding the culture of Penaeus monodon , describing the results of research in the following areas: site selection; hatchery design; larval rearing techniques, particularly in the ... -
Diseases
(Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, 1988)A review is made of diseases of cultured Penaeus monodon , examining the diagnosis and pathology of the disease or disease agents involved and their prevention and control. Both infectious (viral, bacterial, fungal and ... -
Nutrition
(Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, 1988)A discussion is presented on dietary requirements of Penaeus monodon during culture operations. Food and feeding habits are described and nutrient requirements detailed, examining proteins and amino acids, lipids and fatty ... -
Maturation, reproduction, and broodstock technology
Primavera, Jurgenne (Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, 1988)
Following a review of first maturation in Penaeus monodon , details are given of endocrine, nutritional and environmental methods of induced maturation used in aquaculture. Broodstock constitution and maintenance operations ... -
Biology and ecology
(Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, 1988)A review is made of current information on Penaeus monodon covering various aspects, including taxonomy, morphology, distribution, bionomics and life history. Reproduction, embryonic development, larval stages, spawning, ... -
Series: Aquaculture economics in developing countries: regional assessments and an annotated bibliography
Aquaculture economics in Asia and the Pacific: A regional assessment
(Rome: FAO, 1997)A broad overview is given of research and information on aquaculture economics in Asia and the Pacific. Following a description of the general state of aquaculture in the region, an examination is made of the available ... -
Infectious diseases of warmwater fish in fresh water
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Mararison Island
Garcia, Luis Maria; ; (Goodwill Trading Co., Inc. (Goodwill Bookstore), 2002)
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Series: Fungal Diversity Research Series; 7
Ecology of straminipiles from mangrove habitats
(Fungal Diversity Press, 2002)Straminipiles are common inhabitants of marine, estuarine and freshwater aquatic environments. In mangrove habitats, halophytophthorans and thraustochytrids are abundant, both in tropical and sub-tropical areas. Their ... -
Philippine mangroves: status, threats and sustainable development
Primavera, Jurgenne (United Nations University Press, 2004)
The status of the Philippine mangroves is examined, the functions of mangrove areas are highlighted, the threats to mangrove resources are identified, and the prospects for sustainable use are discussed. The Philippines ... -
Milkfish, Chanos chanos
(CAB International Publishing, 2002)This chapter reviews information on nutrient requirements, feeds and feeding practices of milkfish.
