Papers presented at the FAO/NACA Consultation on Aquaculture for Sustainable Rural Development. Chiang Rai, Thailand, 29-31 March 1999.

Abstract

This document contains the papers presented at the Consultation on Aquaculture for Sustainable Rural Development which was organized jointly by FAO and NACA and held in Chiang Rai, Thailand, from 29 to 31 March 1999 in order to develop the detailed structure of a regional programme on aquaculture for sustainable rural development and to propose a strategy for its implementation. The consultation took an overview of the relevant information emerging from the presentations of country rep orts; lessons learned by specific projects; experiences of regional and international organizations and donor agencies; and findings of expert reviews. More sharply focused examination of critical issues and discussions on specific components of the draft programme concept were followed through parallel working group discussions. The outputs of the working groups were further discussed during the concluding plenary. Finally, a detailed Programme Framework on Aquaculture for Sustainab le Rural Livelihood Development was conceived through consensus to serve as guiding principles for the formation of the programme.