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Book (stand-alone)Technical studyAsia-Pacific Fishery Commission (APFIC) regional workshop on low value and trash fish in the Asia-Pacific region 2005
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No results found.This publication is the proceedings of the workshop on low value and "trash fish" in the Asia-Pacific region convened in Hanoi, Viet Nam from 7 to 9 June 2005. The workshop was attended by 70 experts from APFIC member countries and from fishery organizations in the region. Trash fish is a broadly used term for fish species that by virtue of their small size or low consumer preference have little or no commercial value. The use of the term varies among countries and can also change both seasonall y and with location. One category of trash fish are those not used for human consumption, either landed or discarded at sea. Those that are landed are often small fish that are targeted for processing into fish/animal meal. The other category is low value fish used for human consumption. The huge number of small-scale fisheries in the Asia-Pacific region generates a large quantity of trash fish, much of which is consumed or utilized locally as part of household food security, artisanal processin g or for small-scale rural aquaculture and livestock raising. The aim of the workshop was to come up with a clear picture of the current trends and status of trash fish exploitation and utilization – in each country and in the region as a whole – and the impact of trash fish use in aquaculture, marine fisheries and livelihoods of coastal communities. The report includes actions and strategies to address identified issues at national and regional levels. -
MeetingMeeting documentAsia-Pacific Fishery Commission (APFIC) Regional Overview of the Status and Trends of Aquaculture in the Asia-Pacific Region 2016 2017
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No results found.The aquaculture production in the Asia-Pacific Region during the two year period (2012-2014) is reviewed to see how the aquaculture sector in the region performed during these 2 years. This will allow for the determination of the driving factors that are responsible of the over-all performance of the aquaculture sector. Country production data from the FAO database is the main source of the production statistics used. The over-all performance of the aquaculture sector in the region remained healthy and strong. The region remains the largest contributor to the global supply of fishery products from aquaculture farms supplying 91% of the total global supply of aquaculture products in 2014. As in the previous years, China remained the largest producing country of aquaculture products contributing 63.7 % of the total production in the region, and 58 % to the global supply. Indonesia is fast catching up with its 2014 production up by almost 50% compared to 2012. Other countries that posted modest increase in their aquaculture production between 2012 and 2104 include India (15.9%), Bangladesh (13.4%), Viet Nam (10.2%), New Zealand (9.7%) and Myanmar (8.5%). Although the volume of the production is not much and the production data are all FAO estimates, it is noteworthy to mention that the aquaculture production of Cambodia increased by 62.2% during the 2-year period. Thailand posted the largest decline (26.5%) in its production during 2012 and 2014 largely due to more than 50% decrease in the production of the white leg shrimp as it is affected by a major disease specifically the Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND or popularly called Early Mortality Syndrome or EMS). The aquaculture production in Malaysia, Philippines and Australia decreased as well by 17.9, 8.7 and 8.4%, respectively. The herbivorous and omnivorous freshwater (FW) fishes like the carps remained the top commodity for culture with production volume in 2014 equivalent to 41.6% of the total fish production in the region. This has increased by 10.7 % over the 2 year period. Aside from the carps, other FW fishes like the tilapias, catfishes and the FW fishes nei also posted significant increase in production. In addition, the seaweeds particularly Eucheuma in Indonesia and Japanese kelp and Gracilaria in the China sub-region showed more than 30% increase in production between 2012 and 2014. On the other hand, the production of white leg shrimp in Thailand and giant tiger prawn in Indonesia suffered significant decline of more than 30% during the 2-year period. It must be noted, however, that white leg shrimp production in other countries like in India and Indonesia remained strong with increase in annual production of more than 50%. Some important issues like the need to prevent outbreaks of diseases in aquaculture farms, the awareness and the commitment among the players to ensure the good health of the surrounding environment where the aquaculture activities are happening, the need to ensure the sustainability of the use of pelleted feeds, and the necessary preparations that have to be put in place for the future warmer climate have to be consistently in the radar screen to ensure the sustainability and the continued growth of the sector, and thereby for humanity to continue reaping the benefits that can be derived from the industry. -
MeetingMeeting documentRegional overview of the status and trends of fisheries and aquaculture in the Asia-Pacific Region 2016. Thirty-fifth session of the Asia-Pacific Fishery Commission (APFIC)
Cebu, the Philippines, 11-13 May 2018
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No results found.In Asia and the Pacific region, capture fisheries have increased slightly in terms of production whereas aquaculture has continued to grow at a rapid rate since the publication of the previous APFIC biennial review Status and potential of fisheries and aquaculture in Asia and the Pacific region. In terms of food security, revenue generation and employment, both capture fisheries and aquaculture sectors continue to be of fundamental importance to the region as can be seen by the tonnage and value produced. In many of the countries of the region, catching or farming aquatic resources forms a vital part of rural people’s livelihoods. Fisheries and aquaculture also have a deep cultural significance and are more than more just sources of income or food supply; traditional fishery products such as fish sauce and fish-based condiments have always been important ingredients of people’s daily diets and are not easily substituted. All sizes and types of fish are utilized in a wide variety of ways and there is very little discarding or wastage.
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BookletHigh-profileFAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 2022The FAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 was endorsed by FAO Council in June 2022. This new strategy replaces the previous strategy from 2017 to better FAO's climate action with the Strategic Framework 2022-2031, and other FAO strategies that have been developed since then. The Strategy was elaborated following an inclusive process of consultation with FAO Members, FAO staff from headquarters and decentralized offices, as well as external partners. It articulates FAO's vision for agrifood systems by 2050, around three main pillars of action: at global and regional level, at country level, and at local level. The Strategy also encourages key guiding principles for action, such as science and innovation, inclusiveness, partnerships, and access to finance.
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BookletCorporate general interestEmissions due to agriculture
Global, regional and country trends 2000–2018
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No results found.The FAOSTAT emissions database is composed of several data domains covering the categories of the IPCC Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector of the national GHG inventory. Energy use in agriculture is additionally included as relevant to emissions from agriculture as an economic production sector under the ISIC A statistical classification, though recognizing that, in terms of IPCC, they are instead part of the Energy sector of the national GHG inventory. FAO emissions estimates are available over the period 1961–2018 for agriculture production processes from crop and livestock activities. Land use emissions and removals are generally available only for the period 1990–2019. This analytical brief focuses on overall trends over the period 2000–2018. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe future of food and agriculture - Trends and challenges 2017
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No results found.What will be needed to realize the vision of a world free from hunger and malnutrition? After shedding light on the nature of the challenges that agriculture and food systems are facing now and throughout the 21st century, the study provides insights into what is at stake and what needs to be done. “Business as usual” is not an option. Major transformations in agricultural systems, rural economies, and natural resources management are necessary. The present study was undertaken for the quadrennial review of FAO’s strategic framework and for the preparation of the Organization Medium-Term plan 2018-2021.