Encyclopedia of AquacultureISBN: 978-0-471-29101-5
Hardcover
1088 pages
April 2000
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A comprehensive, one-stop reference to the science, technology, and
economics of aquaculture Technological advances, coupled with the
mounting pressures of global food production, have dramatically
changed aquaculture in recent decades. And while there has been an
explosion of books and articles on its different facets, none of
these provide a single comprehensive reference to this evolving and
fascinating field. With an emphasis on current trends and
sustainable practices, the Encyclopedia of Aquaculture
presents complete A-to-Z coverage for a multitude of scientific,
technical, and economic topics encompassed by the discipline. From
abalone to zooplankton culture, over 150 timely and authoritative
entries explore such areas as:
- Primary species being cultured worldwide, as well as species under development
- Echinoderms, molluscs, crustaceans, and finfishes
- Aquaculture for food, research, bait, aquariums, and endangered species recovery
- Management techniques for water and feed quality as well as disease control
- Different aquaculture systems-from pond production to marine net-pens
- Environmental issues and the economic feasibility of closed and offshore systems
- Business plans, marketing, and sales
Complete with photographs, illustrations, and graphs as well as references to the extensive literature, the Encyclopedia of Aquaculture is a handy, easily accessible resource for scientists and professionals in aquaculture as well as individuals wishing to expand their knowledge of the field.