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• 1. [Article] Impacts of Agriculture on the Inland Capture Fisheries in the Mekong Delta

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Impacts of Agriculture on the Inland Capture Fisheries in the Mekong Delta Author: Vu, Vi An, Ngwenya, Elkana Abstract only. Title: Impacts of Agriculture on the Inland Capture Fisheries in the Mekong Delta Author: Vu, Vi An, Ngwenya, Elkana Abstract only. Close

• 2. [Article] Fish and Community in Flood-prone Areas of the Mekong River Delta, Vietnam

  The Mekong River Delta plays an essential role to Vietnam’s economy in terms of both rice and fish production. Annual flooding water and a rich level of aquatic resources strongly affect about 10 million local ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Fish and Community in Flood-prone Areas of the Mekong River Delta, Vietnam Author: Sinh, Le Xuan The Mekong River Delta plays an essential role to Vietnam’s economy in terms of both rice and fish production. Annual flooding water and a rich level of aquatic resources strongly affect about 10 million local people, as well as extend beyond the boundaries of wetland itself. Flooding water and wild fish in it are considered common properties while physical and socio-economics conditions in the flooding water areas have changed very much during the last three decades. However, natural freshwater aquatic resources have rapidly depleted due to different reasons. Of which, the most important ones may be the construction of dense irrigation systems, property rights, policy and regulations, as well as livelihoods and perception of the local community. Major related issues are discussed in order to find out alternative solutions for a better use and management of aquatic resources in the freshwater areas of the Delta. Better management of fishing activities is suggested while aquaculture is considered as a major solution to compensate the fish losses as well as the most important solution in the restructure process of agricultural economy in the study area. In addition, an improvement of the linkage among different types of stakeholders is also required. Title: Fish and Community in Flood-prone Areas of the Mekong River Delta, Vietnam Author: Sinh, Le Xuan The Mekong River Delta plays an essential role to Vietnam’s economy in terms of both rice and fish production. Annual flooding water and a rich level of aquatic resources strongly affect about 10 million local people, as well as extend beyond the boundaries of wetland itself. Flooding water and wild fish in it are considered common properties while physical and socio-economics conditions in the flooding water areas have changed very much during the last three decades. However, natural freshwater aquatic resources have rapidly depleted due to different reasons. Of which, the most important ones may be the construction of dense irrigation systems, property rights, policy and regulations, as well as livelihoods and perception of the local community. Major related issues are discussed in order to find out alternative solutions for a better use and management of aquatic resources in the freshwater areas of the Delta. Better management of fishing activities is suggested while aquaculture is considered as a major solution to compensate the fish losses as well as the most important solution in the restructure process of agricultural economy in the study area. In addition, an improvement of the linkage among different types of stakeholders is also required. Close

• 3. [Article] Fish, Floods, and Farmers: The Joint Production of Ecosystem Services on a Working Landscape

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Fish, Floods, and Farmers: The Joint Production of Ecosystem Services on a Working Landscape Author: Garnache, Cloe presentation Title: Fish, Floods, and Farmers: The Joint Production of Ecosystem Services on a Working Landscape Author: Garnache, Cloe presentation Close

• 4. [Article] Fish Capture and Culture in Agro-Ecosystems: A New Concept for Old Practice?

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Fish Capture and Culture in Agro-Ecosystems: A New Concept for Old Practice? Author: Nguyen-Khoa, Sophie, Van Brakel, Martin No poster available. Title: Fish Capture and Culture in Agro-Ecosystems: A New Concept for Old Practice? Author: Nguyen-Khoa, Sophie, Van Brakel, Martin No poster available. Close

• 5. [Article] Economic Valuation of Mangroves for Assessing the Livelihood of Fisherfolk: A Case Study in India

  The study was carried out in a village named MGR Thittu in the vicinity of the Pichavaram mangroves in the state Tamil Nadu in India. The objectives of the study were to review the current status of mangroves ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Economic Valuation of Mangroves for Assessing the Livelihood of Fisherfolk: A Case Study in India Author: DebRoy, Piyashi, Jayaraman, R. The study was carried out in a village named MGR Thittu in the vicinity of the Pichavaram mangroves in the state Tamil Nadu in India. The objectives of the study were to review the current status of mangroves in Tamil Nadu, study the fisherfolk’s perceived role of mangroves on their livelihood, estimate the economic value of mangroves as a case study, and suggest policy measures needed for the conservation, protection, management and development of mangroves. The required data were collected randomly from 41 experts and 120 villagers. The most important concern for protecting the mangroves was found to be strengthening of coastline against Tsunami through mangrove plantation. The most important present use of the Pichavaram mangroves was their services through their ecological functions like protection against tsunami, floods and heavy winds; followed by contribution to fishery; and firewood collection. In calculating the Total Economic Value of the concerned mangrove area, the values were divided according to direct use values, indirect use values and willingness to pay estimates, and was added upto be Rs. 353,52,31,312. The economic valuation of the particular mangroves attributed an indicative price to the huge value of the mangrove resources, which is necessary for investing in protecting natural resources on the part of the government and other stake holders for protecting fisheries resources in the view point of sustainability. Title: Economic Valuation of Mangroves for Assessing the Livelihood of Fisherfolk: A Case Study in India Author: DebRoy, Piyashi, Jayaraman, R. The study was carried out in a village named MGR Thittu in the vicinity of the Pichavaram mangroves in the state Tamil Nadu in India. The objectives of the study were to review the current status of mangroves in Tamil Nadu, study the fisherfolk’s perceived role of mangroves on their livelihood, estimate the economic value of mangroves as a case study, and suggest policy measures needed for the conservation, protection, management and development of mangroves. The required data were collected randomly from 41 experts and 120 villagers. The most important concern for protecting the mangroves was found to be strengthening of coastline against Tsunami through mangrove plantation. The most important present use of the Pichavaram mangroves was their services through their ecological functions like protection against tsunami, floods and heavy winds; followed by contribution to fishery; and firewood collection. In calculating the Total Economic Value of the concerned mangrove area, the values were divided according to direct use values, indirect use values and willingness to pay estimates, and was added upto be Rs. 353,52,31,312. The economic valuation of the particular mangroves attributed an indicative price to the huge value of the mangrove resources, which is necessary for investing in protecting natural resources on the part of the government and other stake holders for protecting fisheries resources in the view point of sustainability. Close

• 6. [Article] Potential Utilization of Aquatic Ecosystem Through It and tot System for Updating Productivity and Economic Stability for Fishing Communities in Indian Sub-Continent

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Potential Utilization of Aquatic Ecosystem Through It and tot System for Updating Productivity and Economic Stability for Fishing Communities in Indian Sub-Continent Author: Adhikary, Manas Mohan, Basu, Debabrata Abstract only. Title: Potential Utilization of Aquatic Ecosystem Through It and tot System for Updating Productivity and Economic Stability for Fishing Communities in Indian Sub-Continent Author: Adhikary, Manas Mohan, Basu, Debabrata Abstract only. Close

• 7. [Article] Community Based Fisheries Management as the future fisheries management option for small-scale fisheries of Bangladesh

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Community Based Fisheries Management as the future fisheries management option for small-scale fisheries of Bangladesh Author: Islam, Md. Aminul, Hossain, Md. Monir, Ridgway, Stephen, Matsuishi, Takashi Research Paper Title: Community Based Fisheries Management as the future fisheries management option for small-scale fisheries of Bangladesh Author: Islam, Md. Aminul, Hossain, Md. Monir, Ridgway, Stephen, Matsuishi, Takashi Research Paper Close

• 8. [Article] Impacts of Community- Based Fish Culture in Seasonal Floodplains on Livelihoods in Bangladesh

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Impacts of Community- Based Fish Culture in Seasonal Floodplains on Livelihoods in Bangladesh Author: Dey, Madan Mohan, Visser, Leontine, Haque, A.B.M. Mahfuzul Abstract only. Title: Impacts of Community- Based Fish Culture in Seasonal Floodplains on Livelihoods in Bangladesh Author: Dey, Madan Mohan, Visser, Leontine, Haque, A.B.M. Mahfuzul Abstract only. Close

• 9. [Article] Livelihood Strategies of African Floodplain Fishers Under Hydro- Climatic Changes

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  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Livelihood Strategies of African Floodplain Fishers Under Hydro- Climatic Changes Author: Sinaba, Famory, Lemoalle, Jacques, Kodio, Amaga, Pierre, Morand No poster available. Title: Livelihood Strategies of African Floodplain Fishers Under Hydro- Climatic Changes Author: Sinaba, Famory, Lemoalle, Jacques, Kodio, Amaga, Pierre, Morand No poster available. Close

• 10. [Article] Impacts of Aquaculture Extension on Pond Operators and the Rural Community

  In 1990-1993 in Kapasia sub-district in central Bangladesh ICLARM introduced low-input aquaculture for pond owners to adapt into their farming systems. Impacts on production, fish consumption and markets ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Impacts of Aquaculture Extension on Pond Operators and the Rural Community Author: Sultana, Parvin, Khan, Akm Firoz, Thompson, Paul M., Nuruzzaman, Md. Year: 2001 In 1990-1993 in Kapasia sub-district in central Bangladesh ICLARM introduced low-input aquaculture for pond owners to adapt into their farming systems. Impacts on production, fish consumption and markets were assessed in 1998-1999. The percentage of ponds stocked increased from 1990 to 1998, but did not differ significantly between past participants (increased from 61% to 90%), neighboring pond operators or a control area. In 1992 participants produced 2 t/ha compared with 0.5 t/ha in 1990. In 1997-1998 the previous participants produced significantly more 2.2 t/ha, compared with 1.6 t/ha for other pond operators in Kapasia and 1.3 t/ha in the control area (p<0.001, t-test). Non-participants learnt of aquaculture from neighbors or mass media. Total production from ponds in the project area in 1998 was 4.2 times greater than in 1990. Without that project, production would probably have gradually increased 2.8 times. Local fish markets were surveyed in 1991 and 1999. The volume of fish traded increased 8 times. Carp from local ponds now dominate trade. Consequently the real price of carp has fallen, while that of indigenous fish has increased. Detailed participatory monitoring revealed much higher fish consumption than recall data. Pond owning households consumed 211 kg per household in 1998-1999 (just under 90 g/person/day), about 25% came from their own ponds. Small fish purchased or caught in flooded fields were mainly consumed, pond fish were sold for income. Title: Impacts of Aquaculture Extension on Pond Operators and the Rural Community Author: Sultana, Parvin, Khan, Akm Firoz, Thompson, Paul M., Nuruzzaman, Md. Year: 2001 In 1990-1993 in Kapasia sub-district in central Bangladesh ICLARM introduced low-input aquaculture for pond owners to adapt into their farming systems. Impacts on production, fish consumption and markets were assessed in 1998-1999. The percentage of ponds stocked increased from 1990 to 1998, but did not differ significantly between past participants (increased from 61% to 90%), neighboring pond operators or a control area. In 1992 participants produced 2 t/ha compared with 0.5 t/ha in 1990. In 1997-1998 the previous participants produced significantly more 2.2 t/ha, compared with 1.6 t/ha for other pond operators in Kapasia and 1.3 t/ha in the control area (p<0.001, t-test). Non-participants learnt of aquaculture from neighbors or mass media. Total production from ponds in the project area in 1998 was 4.2 times greater than in 1990. Without that project, production would probably have gradually increased 2.8 times. Local fish markets were surveyed in 1991 and 1999. The volume of fish traded increased 8 times. Carp from local ponds now dominate trade. Consequently the real price of carp has fallen, while that of indigenous fish has increased. Detailed participatory monitoring revealed much higher fish consumption than recall data. Pond owning households consumed 211 kg per household in 1998-1999 (just under 90 g/person/day), about 25% came from their own ponds. Small fish purchased or caught in flooded fields were mainly consumed, pond fish were sold for income. Close