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What is Aquaculture

Chapter 2
Handbook of Research on the Adverse Effects of Pesticide Pollution in Aquatic Ecosystems
The culture of fishes and other aquatic organisms in man-made ponds, ditches, and floating cages.
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Pesticide Sources, Their Fate, and Different Ways to Impact Aquatic Organisms
Samreen Siddiqui (Oregon State University, USA)
Copyright: © 2019 |Pages: 21
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-6111-8.ch002
Abstract
Since the industrial revolution, several new chemicals were discovered and introduced in society, and soon after the green revolution, pesticides were also introduced to strengthen food security. However, limited education on their application, handling, and usage resulted in them making their way into the aquatic ecosystem. This chapter defines the different sources of pesticides, based on their point of origin and the way it transports pesticides to the aquatic systems. After this, the pesticide interaction in an aquatic environment with various organic and inorganic substances is described. Each interaction is supported with the recent researches and examples. Following pesticides sources and interactions, its fate in the aquatic system has been defined through various physical and chemical processes. Ultimately, its impact on aquatic organisms is discussed. This chapter is concluded with recommended management practices and future research directions. Some terms are also defined at the end of this chapter.
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Chapter 6
Transforming Urban Slums: Pathway to Functionally Intelligent Cities in Developing Countries
Can be likened to agriculture where fish is grown instead of plants and livestock. Fish is cultivated for human consumption. Fish farms may be constructed in ocean waters, rivers, ponds and tanks. When combined with hydroponics, fish and vegetables can be grown together in a fresh water aquaponics environment. According to some estimates, 50% of all seafood consumed today comes from aquaculture.
Published in Chapter: Transforming Urban Slums: Pathway to Functionally Intelligent Cities in Developing Countries; From: Developing and Monitoring Smart Environments for Intelligent Cities
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Ecosystem Services, Climate Change, and Food Security
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Towards an Innovative Ecotourism Business Model Framework
Also known as aquafarming, is the farming of fish, crustaceans, mollusks, aquatic plants, algae, and other organisms.
Published in Chapter: Towards an Innovative Ecotourism Business Model Framework; From: Strategic Business Models to Support Demand, Supply, and Destination Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
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Application of Algae in Food Science, Antioxidants, Animal Feed, and Aquaculture
The cultivation of aquatic animals and plants, especially fish, shellfish, and seaweed, in natural or controlled marine or freshwater environments; underwater agriculture.
Published in Chapter: Application of Algae in Food Science, Antioxidants, Animal Feed, and Aquaculture; From: Handbook of Research on Algae as a Sustainable Solution for Food, Energy, and the Environment
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Blue Economy of the Arctic: China's Involvement in Establishing the International Agenda
Breeding and cultivation of aquatic organisms (fish, crustaceans, mollusks, algae) in natural and artificial reservoirs, as well as on specially created marine plantations.
Published in Chapter: Blue Economy of the Arctic: China's Involvement in Establishing the International Agenda; From: Implications for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development in the Blue Economy
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