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Module Name
Module Code
Lecture Hrs
Practical Hrs
Credits
Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries
AGRI2194Y(3)
45
45
4

Description
Sustainable aquaculture: integration of biological, physical and chemical processes based on carrying capacity, input needs, environmental impacts, productivity, animal health and wellbeing. Pest and disease diagnosis, prevention and treatment. Assessment of environmental sustainability and suitability of various aquaculture units. Environmental Best Practices and International Code of Conduct for Sustainable Aquaculture. Aquaponics. Opportunities and challenges in aquaculture for food security. Global and local fisheries. Risks and pressures affecting the world fisheries and fish stocks. Fish nutrition and health. Fishing techniques. Fisheries and aquacultured organisms as a critical food source. Role of fish in food security and nutrition strategies at national, regional and international levels.
Faculty Department
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE Combination of APS & AFS
Contact Details
Administrative assistant: Kajol Jogarah
Telephone: 4037400
Email: k.jogarah@uom.ac.mu
 

 


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