Environmental Considerations in Aquaculture

摘要

Because aquaculture, the controlled management of aquatic organisms in water for the benefit of man, is increasingly used as an alternative means of producing animal protein, it is important that environmental, economic, and public health concerns be considered when planning projects. This manual, prepared to assist A.I.D. staff with project development, provides a general background on the environmental aspects of aquaculture. After a general discussion of aquaculture practices, including the use of feeds and chemicals, fertilization, production cycles, and the fishes used, environmental questions are discussed, i.e., aquaculture's effects on hydrology, soils, land use patterns, water quality, plant and animal habitats, and air quality.