Cage Aquaculture [Paperback]

Malcolm C. M. Beveridge (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0852381484 | ISBN-13: 978-0852381489 | Publication Date: June 1987

Although of comparatively recent origin, cage aquaculture is playing an increasingly important role in the world production of food fishes, not only for the high market value marine species, but also for the carps and tilapias. The aim of this book is to provide a synthesis of information on cages and cage aquaculture. The author discusses related areas of research and problems facing cage operators, suggesting where solutions may be found. Although the book does deal with the practicalities of establishing and managing a cage farm, it is intended as a comprehensive reference source for those working with cages as well as for students, researchers, conservationists and resource managers.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“This is the third edition of a book first published seven years ago. The book and cage aquaculture have come a long way in that time.
Doctor Beveridge’s book is quite simply the key text book for the fast growing cage aquaculture industry. The latest edition describes all the most recent developments in this increasingly important and very fast developing sector of the marine industry”
Review appeared in:
Ausmarine (incorporating Professional Fisherman),and Fishing Boat World, both 2006

"This review of fish culture in cages thoroughly discusses water-based systems of aquaculture. The author characterizes and elaborates advantages and disadvantages relative to land-based systems such as ponds and raceways... The book is logically organized and clearly written."
Journal of Environmental Quality, 2006 --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

From the Back Cover

Although of comparatively recent origin, cage aquaculture is playing an increasingly important role in the world production of food fishes, not only for the high market value marine species but also for the carp and tilapias. The aim of this book is to provide a synthesis of information on cages and cage aquaculture. The author discusses related areas of research and problems facing cage operators, suggesting where solutions may be found. the book is not intended as a do-it-yourself manual although it does deal with the practicalities of establishing and managing a cage farm. It should rather be viewed as a comprehensive reference source for those working with cages as well as for students, researchers, conservationists and resource managers. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Fishing News Books Ltd (June 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0852381484
• ISBN-13: 978-0852381489
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,370,522 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding reference and textbook, February 23, 1999

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This review is from: Cage Aquaculture (Fishing News Books) (Paperback)

Outsdanding textbook for college and graduate students, as well as an excellent source of reference for consultants and professionals in the field of aquaculture. It covers most aspects related to cage aquaculture, from site selection to environmental issues, including system design, stocking densities, feeding and management strategies and so forth. It is mandatory reading in my aquaculture courses and I strongly recommend it to anybody interested in the field.