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MeetingMeeting documentRegional consultation promoting responsible production and use of feed and feed ingredients for sustainable growth of aquaculture in Asia-Pacific. Thirty-fifth session of the Asia-Pacific Fishery Commission (APFIC)
Cebu, the Philippines, 11-13 May 2018
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No results found.Asia-Pacific accounts for more than 90% of the world aquaculture output (FAO, 2016) and the region will have to responsible for sustaining the supply of food fish to increasing population. Feed input in aquaculture represents the major production cost and the most important factor affecting farming profitability and ecological efficiency. Issues and challenges have been rising with the questionable use of fish meal and fish oil, mounting pressure on and competition for ingredient supply, increasing feed costs, variation of feed quality and availability, and feed ingredient related food safety concerns. The region needs to adjust the development strategies and devote more efforts in research, development and capacity building for sustainable production and use of aquaculture feeds. A -
Book (stand-alone)Technical reportRegional Review on Status and Trends in Aquaculture Development in Asia-Pacific 2015 2017
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No results found.Aquaculture is still the fastest growing food producing sector in the world. In 2014, aquaculture produced 73.8 million tonnes of aquatic animals, with an estimated first-sale value of US$160.2 billion and 27.3 million tonnes of aquatic plants worth US$5.6 billion., in 2014. Almost all fish produced from aquaculture are destined for human consumption, although by-products may be used for non-food purposes. Thirty-five countries produced more farmed than wild-caught fish in 2014 and four top prod ucers in Asia-Pacific, namely, Bangladesh, China, India and Viet Nam are included in this group. Historically, the Asia-Pacific region (in particular China, South Asia and South-east Asia sub-regions) has dominated global aquaculture production, both in quantity and value; the region contributed 65.2 million tonnes of aquatic animals, amounting to 88 percent of the global total in 2014. The value of Asia-Pacific regional aquatic animal production in 2014 was 79 percent of the global total, amoun ting to US$127 billion. In terms of consumption, it is apparent that more fish and shrimp are now consumed in Asia than ever. While this trend is continuing, the demand for improved high quality, nutritious, safer to eat and easy to cook (precooked) aquatic products will continue in the region. While many countries in Asia-Pacific have made commendable efforts to set up policies, administrative, legal and regulatory frameworks to properly develop and manage aquaculture, some countries in the re gion are still lagging behind. And in some of the countries who have made conducive policies, their implementation is delayed by the lack of financial and skilled human resources. Policies and regulations may be enacted, but unless there are sufficient government personnel with adequate skills and financial resources to monitor and enforce them, they will remain ineffective. This issue must be addressed without delay if the aquaculture sector in Asia-Pacific is to further continue to develop sus tainably. -
ProjectFactsheetSupporting Local Feed Self-Sufficiency for Inland Aquaculture in Indonesia - TCP/INS/3606 2020
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No results found.In 2014, Indonesia produced 3.64 million tonnes of aquaculture products, making it the second largest aquaculture producer in the world. Of this production, 2.86 million tonnes, equivalent to 67 percent of total aquaculture production and 94 percent of total fish production, was accounted for by freshwater culture. The general trend towards global production intensification indicates that the demand for aquafeed will continue to rise in the coming years. Indeed, between 2008 and 2015, aquafeed demand increased by 70 percent in Indonesia. However, commercially manufactured aquafeed is estimated at 1.1 million tonnes per year and relies heavily on imported feed ingredients according to the Indonesian Feed Mill Association (GPMT). More specifically, 89 percent and 65 percent of feed ingredients for shrimp and fish aquafeed production, respectively, are being imported. Although the aquaculture production sector in Indonesia is dominated by small-scale farmers, aquaculture practices are generally driven by basic economic criteria, such as income generation, productivity and production. However, production is still largely governed by the balance between the availability and affordability of production inputs. This is certainly the case for aquafeed, which typically accounts for 50–70 percent of the costs for aquaculture production.
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BookletCorporate general interestEmissions due to agriculture
Global, regional and country trends 2000–2018
2021Also available in:
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 (series)Working paperStatus and trends of inland fisheries in Europe 2025
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No results found.Globally, inland capture fisheries continue to play crucial roles, contributing significantly to human health, livelihoods, cultural economies. Despite producing over 12 percent of the world’s fish, they face challenges such as environmental degradation and competition for water, remaining undervalued in decision-making and policy discussions. Inland fisheries remain important within Europe, where they provide food, cultural and recreational benefits and contribute to maintaining biodiversity. Total production reported to FAO in 2021 was 167 187 tonnes (1.47 percent of the global total) and the average annual consumption of inland fisheries products in Europe was 0.24 kg per capita per year. Information on inland fisheries at regional, sub-regional and national levels is also presented on fishing, fisheries and fisheries management from FAO and other sources. Priorities for responsible management are identified, drawing on the evidence from regional and global assessments. These priorities include strengthening the evidence base, including both the status of fish stocks and the social and economic benefits they provide, advancing an ecosystem approach to management through stewardship and care and considering the role of fisheries within wider landscape and catchment planning. Acknowledging the roles and importance of inland capture fisheries is critical to ensuring that inland fisheries continue to support livelihoods and cultural heritage and drive positive transformations. -