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The objective of this course is to provide students with details of appropriate technologies on a wide range of coastal and inland aquaculture systems relevant to the Asia-Pacific region with an assessment of the constraints to, and the potential for their expansion. The course emphasizes to enable students to appreciate the unique characteristics of inland and coastal aquaculture systems and to learn how efficient management is achieved without any adverse environmental effects.

The objective of this course is to enable students to acquire a sound knowledge of the reproductive biology, breeding behaviour and larval development of the important cultivable finfish and shellfish in aquaculture. The course will familiarize them with specific hatchery techniques including broodstock management, larval rearing, feeding and nursery rearing protocols. The course also endeavours to provide skills necessary for hatchery managers through practicum and on-field training.

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