Authors : Lagibalavu, M.
Title : A Study of the Network of Aquaculture Centres in Asia-Pacific (NACA) and its Application to Pacific Island Countries and Territories
Source : SPC
Date : 01/04/02
Keywords : aquaculture;strategy;asia;NACA
Abstract : In this study, Maciu Lagibalavu presents a review of the eventual cost and benefits of NACA membership to SPC and its member countries and territories, and identifies the relevant lessons of the NACA model for developing a Pacific aquaculture network.

Authors : Evans N., J. Raj and D. Williams

Title : Review of Aquaculture Policy and Legislation in the Pacific Island Region
Source : SPC Aquaculture Technical Papers
Date : 01/06/03
Keywords : legislation, policy
Abstract : This report analyses the current legal framework for aquaculture in 21 countries and territories in the Pacific region, and distils from this analysis a number of considerations with both general and specific application. The report includes a description of the future activities that should be included in designing country-specific legislation and regional policy approaches. Appended to the document is a compendium of relevant aquaculture statutes.

Authors : S.R. Lindsay ; E. Ledua ; J. Stanley
Title : Regional assessment of the commercial viability for marine ornamental aquaculture within the Pacific Islands
Source : SPC
Date : January 2004
Keywords : marine ornamental
Abstract : This report provides a regional overview of the status of the marine ornamental trade and an assessment of the role for aquaculture. It has a detailed profile of statistics and contacts for those countries which have been active in the ornamental trade.

Authors : William J. FitzGerald, Jr.
Title : Milkfish Aquaculture in the Pacific: Potential for the Longline Fishery Bait Market
Source : SPC
Date : April 2004
Keywords : Milkfish
Abstract : This publication undertakes a review of the status of milkfish farming in the Pacific and an analysis of the potential scope for milkfish aquaculture to provide baitfish for the tuna fishing industry.

Authors : J. Richard Arthur, David Hurwood, Edward R. Lovell, Melba G. Bondad-Reantaso, Peter B. Mather
Title : Pathogen and Ecological Risk Analysis for the Introduction of Giant River Prawn, Macrobrachium rosenbergii,
Source : SPC
Date : August 2004
Keywords : Macrobrachium rosenbergii ; Pathogen ; Risk
Abstract : This report covers the result of the Import Risk Assessment (IRA) for the proposed introduction of the giant river prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) from Fiji to the Cook Islands. This risk assesment has been developed to serve as a model for consideration of other such translocations for countries in the Pacific region.