Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa: Legal, regulatory and institutional framework
Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa: Legal, regulatory and institutional framework

Author: Neil B. Ridler

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9789251046302

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This study considers the elements of a legal framework designed to promote a sustainable commercial aquaculture. These relate to: a secure right to property and clean water; avoidance of unnecessary costs; and a licence system, including a system for environmental impact assessments and enforcement of codes of practice. Environmental supervision should extend to: controls over the use of exotic species and products from modern biotechnology. These include genetically modified organisms, disease control and health management, and to any water quality concerns created by the proposed project. The study analyses the aquaculture industries of Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria and Zambia against these criteria. Improvements in legislation applicable to the individual countries, but which require consideration by all sub-Saharan countries are then suggested.

Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa
Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa

Author: Neil B. Ridler

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 9789251048337

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This volume, the second of three on commercial aquaculture in sub-Saharan Africa, discusses access to investment capital, one of the major obstacles to the development of a sustainable commercial aquaculture in this region. Among the key problems, are the excessively high interest rates on loans; bankers' perceptions that the industry is prone to failure; the lack of understanding by farmers of the financial options available, and limited information about other commercially successful aquaculture enterprises in this area. The study argues that banks need to take a less pessimistic view of the commercial viability of such enterprises, but that borrowers should also learn to formulate and develop a clear business plan, outlining how they intend to repay the loans requested. A number of options are available to improve the situation. Such as "no-collateral" strategies, through group lending, village banks and solidarity groups, that would persuade lenders of the committment of the those wishing to set up a commercial aquaculture business. Overall a need for legal and regulatory reform, along with the institution of government loan guarantees could help develop and improve the options for a commercially viable aquaculture business.

Report of the Workshop on the Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Zambia and Malawi
Report of the Workshop on the Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Zambia and Malawi

Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9789251051153

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This publication contains the report of a workshop, held in Zambia in October 2002, organised to consider the role of commercial aquaculture in helping to secure poverty alleviation through the promotion of regional economic growth, employment opportunities and food security. Recommendations made include the need for clear national policies for commercial aquaculture development, defining models for economic and financial viability assessments to be applied by funding institutions, and disseminating research findings to farmers and information sharing at all levels of aquaculture development.

Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa
Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Sub-Saharan Africa

Author: Neil B. Ridler

Publisher: Fao

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9789251048337

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This volume, the second of three on commercial aquaculture in sub-Saharan Africa, discusses access to investment capital, one of the major obstacles to the development of a sustainable commercial aquaculture in this region. Among the key problems, are the excessively high interest rates on loans; bankers' perceptions that the industry is prone to failure; the lack of understanding by farmers of the financial options available, and limited information about other commercially successful aquaculture enterprises in this area. The study argues that banks need to take a less pessimistic view of the commercial viability of such enterprises, but that borrowers should also learn to formulate and develop a clear business plan, outlining how they intend to repay the loans requested. A number of options are available to improve the situation. Such as "no-collateral" strategies, through group lending, village banks and solidarity groups, that would persuade lenders of the committment of the those wishing to set up a commercial aquaculture business. Overall a need for legal and regulatory reform, along with the institution of government loan guarantees could help develop and improve the options for a commercially viable aquaculture business.

Report of the Sub-Regional Workshop to Promote Sustainable Aquaculture Development in the Small Island Developing States of the Lesser Antilles
Report of the Sub-Regional Workshop to Promote Sustainable Aquaculture Development in the Small Island Developing States of the Lesser Antilles

Author: Alessandro Lovatelli

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9789251049938

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The subregional workshop was aimed at facilitating greater understanding of the issues involved in creating the required enabling environment for sustainable aquaculture development in the Lesser Antilles. Following the sharing of national experiences and the presentation of selected case studies on ongoing subregional aquaculture activities, the issues that have constrained past aquaculture development activities were discussed. The participants recognized the diversities in both the scale and success of past aquaculture activities in the subregion and identified the constraints to and opportunities for sustainable aquaculture development in the subregion.--Publisher's description.

Doing aquaculture as a business for small- and medium-scale farmers. Practical training manual
Doing aquaculture as a business for small- and medium-scale farmers. Practical training manual

Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 9251099243

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Complementing Module 1 on the technical dimension of commercial aquaculture, this training module looks at the economic aspects of aquaculture development and discusses sustainability and business planning. It provides guidance for small- and medium-scale fish farmers on assessing the economic and financial viability of their fish farms, including the technicalities of cost structure and cash flow analyses.

Report of the Workshop on the Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Zambia and Malawi
Report of the Workshop on the Promotion of Sustainable Commercial Aquaculture in Zambia and Malawi

Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9789251051153

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This publication contains the report of a workshop, held in Zambia in October 2002, organised to consider the role of commercial aquaculture in helping to secure poverty alleviation through the promotion of regional economic growth, employment opportunities and food security. Recommendations made include the need for clear national policies for commercial aquaculture development, defining models for economic and financial viability assessments to be applied by funding institutions, and disseminating research findings to farmers and information sharing at all levels of aquaculture development.

Aquaculture Law and Policy
Aquaculture Law and Policy

Author: David L. VanderZwaag

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2006-10-16

Total Pages: 587

ISBN-13: 1135990379

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The aquaculture industry is fast expanding around the globe and causing major environmental and social disruptions. The volume is about getting a 'good governance' grip on this important industry. The book highlights the numerous law and policy issues that must be addressed in the search for effective regulation of aquaculture. Those issues include among others: the equitable and fair assignment of property rights; the design of effective dispute resolution mechanisms; clarification of what maritime laws apply to aquaculture; adoption of a proper taxation system for aquaculture; resolution of aboriginal offshore title and rights claims; recognition of international trade law restrictions such as labeling limitations and food safety requirements; and determination of whether genetically modified fish should be allowed and if so under what controls. This book will appeal to a broad range of audiences: undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, policy makers, NGOs, practicing lawyers and industry representatives.