Analysis Of Financial Viability Of Aquaponic Systems In The Ashanti Region

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Analysis of financial viability of Aquaponic Systems in the Ashanti region

Author : Georgette Boateng
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
ISBN 13 : 3346961516
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (469 download)

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Download or read book Analysis of financial viability of Aquaponic Systems in the Ashanti region written by Georgette Boateng and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2023-10-31 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bachelor Thesis from the year 2021 in the subject Agrarian Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology), course: BSC Agribusiness, language: English, abstract: Increasing demand on water resources, reduced land water availability, and concerns over food security have spurred the evolution of many innovative and complex food production. Aquaponics is known to be a productive, innovative, and sustainable fish and vegetable production system that is revolutionizing agriculture in the face of drought, soil fertility losses, and climate change. It is an advanced aquaculture-agriculture system, expected to improve food security in developing countries. However, as an emerging technology, there is very limited information on the system in Ghana. Questions about the financial viability, ecological and socio-economic sustainability of Aquaponics are answered in this comprehensive review. This study considers Aquaponics projects in Ashanti Region, looks at the technology, the type of fish and plant yields, and juxtaposes the technology within best-use practices to make recommendations that will inform evidence-based policymaking and highlights the system’s contribution to improving food security in the Ghana. This study assessed the financial viability of the Aquaponics system using data obtained from Aquaponics farmers in the Ashanti Region. The initial investment, revenues, benefits cost ratio (BCR), net present value (NPV) using 5 years, internal rate of return (IRR), payback period and accounting rate of return (ARR) were modelled to determine the financial viability of the Aquaponics system. The result indicated that Aquaponics system operation is financially viable. Two fish species (catfish and tilapia) were considered for this study due to consumers’ preferences. The most pressing constraint in the study area is high feeding cost followed by power fluctuation and high mortality rate as the least constraint. This study serves as a model for promoting a viable and sustainable unconventional food production system to attain food security and local economic development in Ashanti Region.

Dynamics of Pond Aquaculture

Author : Hillary S. Egna
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351454064
Total Pages : 476 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (514 download)

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Download or read book Dynamics of Pond Aquaculture written by Hillary S. Egna and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-12-14 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The culmination of over a decade's worth of research by the Pond Dynamics/Aquaculture Collaborative Research Support Program (CRSP), Dynamics of Pond Aquaculture not only explains the physical, chemical, and biological processes that interact in pond culture systems, but also presents real-world research findings and considers the people who depend on these systems. This book uses data from CRSP field research sites in East Africa, Southeast Asia, Central America, and North America to present a complete picture of the pond system and the environment in which it exists. A thorough study of the principles and practices of aquaculture, the book reflects the state of the art in pond aquaculture and incorporates recent advances that have changed the science in the last decade or so. It provides a thorough review of the many methods, techniques, and ideas that comprise this complex and fascinating area of study.

Fish for Life

Author : J. Kooiman
Publisher : Amsterdam University Press
ISBN 13 : 9053566864
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (535 download)

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Download or read book Fish for Life written by J. Kooiman and published by Amsterdam University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An interdisciplinary survey addressing the problems of overfishing worldwide, and the best way forward toward good ecological practice and global cooperative governance.

Twelfth Annual Report

Author : New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Twelfth Annual Report written by New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Integrated Livestock-fish Farming Systems

Author : David Little
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9789251050552
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (55 download)

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Book Synopsis Integrated Livestock-fish Farming Systems by : David Little

Download or read book Integrated Livestock-fish Farming Systems written by David Little and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrated farming in Asia is either considered an eco-friendly good that should be preserved for environmental reasons or a poor practice that will soon be superseded by industrial aquaculture. This report finds that most livestock-fish integration is sound business conducted by entrepreneurs accessing urban markets where the price of fish is relatively low. It can be used as part of a strategy to reduce environmental impacts of intensive livestock production and to produce low-cost food. Farmers have proved adept at both developing their systems to meet their own needs and diversifying the role of ponds, fish and livestock within their complex livelihoods.

Recirculating Aquaculture

Author : Michael Ben Timmons
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1510 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Tilapia Aquaculture in the Americas

Author : Barry A. Costa-Pierce
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tilapia Aquaculture in the Americas written by Barry A. Costa-Pierce and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Initiative to End Hunger in Africa

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 6 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book Initiative to End Hunger in Africa written by and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Developing and Monitoring Smart Environments for Intelligent Cities

Author : Mahmood, Zaigham
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799850633
Total Pages : 367 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (998 download)

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Book Synopsis Developing and Monitoring Smart Environments for Intelligent Cities by : Mahmood, Zaigham

Download or read book Developing and Monitoring Smart Environments for Intelligent Cities written by Mahmood, Zaigham and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, intelligent cities, also known as smart cities or cognitive cities, have become a perceived solution for improving the quality of life of citizens while boosting the efficiency of city services and processes. This new vision involves the integration of various sectors of society through the use of the internet of things. By continuing to enhance research for the better development of the smart environments needed to sustain intelligent cities, citizens will be empowered to provision the e-services provided by the city, city officials will have the ability to interact directly with the community as well as monitor digital environments, and smart communities will be developed where citizens can enjoy improved quality of life. Developing and Monitoring Smart Environments for Intelligent Cities compiles the latest research on the development, management, and monitoring of digital cities and intelligent environments into one complete reference source. The book contains chapters that examine current technologies and the future use of internet of things frameworks as well as device connectivity approaches, communication protocols, security challenges, and their inherent issues and limitations. Including unique coverage on topics such as connected vehicles for smart transportation, security issues for smart homes, and building smart cities for the blind, this reference is ideal for practitioners, urban developers, urban planners, academicians, researchers, and students.

Tilapia

Author : Carl D Webster
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1560223189
Total Pages : 705 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (62 download)

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Download or read book Tilapia written by Carl D Webster and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2006-08-21 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to maximize tilapia production in different areas around the world Tilapia is the second-most cultured fish species in the world, and its production is increasing each year. However, for several reasons profit margins remain slim. Tilapia: Biology, Culture, and Nutrition presents respected international experts detailing every aspect of tilapia production around the world. Biology, breeding and larval rearing, farming techniques, feeding issues, post-harvest technology, and industry economics are clearly presented. This concise yet extensive reference provides the latest research and practical information to efficiently and economically maximize production in diverse locales, conditions, and climates. Tilapia: Biology, Culture, and Nutrition comprehensively explores all types of tilapia with a detailed biologic description of the fish that takes readers from egg through harvesting. The book authoritatively discusses production issues such as feed nutrition, temperature, water quality, parasites, and disease control to guide readers on how to best encourage fast, efficient growth. Economic and marketing information are examined, including industry data and projections by country. Each chapter approaches a specific facet of tilapia and provides the most up-to-date research available in that area. This resource gives the most current, detailed information needed for effective tilapia farming in one compact economical volume. Extensively referenced with an abundance of clear, helpful tables, photographs, and figures. Tilapia: Biology, Culture, and Nutrition discusses in detail: complete biology, including sex ratios, optimum temperatures for growth and spawning, water quality parameters, and disease tolerance industry predictions hormonal control of growth genetic improvement sex determination, manipulation, and control seed production culture practices earthen and lined pond production culture in flowing water cage culture feed formulation and processing, and feeding management soil, water, and effluent quality saline tolerance levels with optimum rate of acclimation to seawater polyculture of tilapia with shrimp bottom soil conditions nutrient requirements with non-nutrient components parasites and diseases Tilapia: Biology, Culture, and Nutrition is essential reading for aquaculturists, nutritionists, geneticists, hatchery managers, feed formulators, feed mill operators, extension specialists, tilapia growers, fish farmers/producers, educators, disease specialists, aquaculture veterinarians, policy makers, educators, and students.

Fermented Fish in Africa

Author : Kofi Manso Essuman
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9789251032558
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (325 download)

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Download or read book Fermented Fish in Africa written by Kofi Manso Essuman and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 1992 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report is based on surveys carried out in Burundi, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire, the Gambia, Ghana, Mali, Senegal, the Sudan and Uganda to identify the various types of fermented fishery products, their processing characteristics and economic importance. It was observed that fermented fish processing is an artisanal activity and the processes differ from one country to another. Three basic methods were identified: fermentation with salting and drying; fermentation and drying without salting; and fermentation with salting but no drying. It was also observed in the study that, unlike in Southeast Asian countries, fermented fishery products in Africa are usually whole or in cut pieces, and are not a paste or sauce. Fermented fish is used in Africa both as a condiment and as food fish. Fermented fishery products contribute to protein intake of the people especially those in the rural hinterland where fresh fish is not readily available. Curing by fermentation was found to be an important method of preservation particularly because poor quality fish or unpopular species of fish are usually processed in this way. For this reason, fermentation helps to salvage fish which would otherwise have been thrown away. Post harvest losses in African artisanal fisheries may thus be lower than often assumed. The sanitary conditions of fermented fish production were generally found to be poor and processing methods were not standardized. In the light of the observations made, some recommendations have been suggested to improve quality in order to enhance intra-regional trade in fish and fishery products.

The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2010

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Fao
ISBN 13 : 9789251066751
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (667 download)

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Download or read book The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2010 written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Fao. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, this issue of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture highlights the major role and challenges facing fisheries and aquaculture worldwide. With a steadily rising demand for fish and fish products, the supply of fish as human food hit a record high in 2008, underlining its significance in contributing to food security and nutrition as a source of high-quality, affordable animal protein in particular. International trade in fish also topped previous values, pointing to the sector's continued important contribution to economic expansion and human well-being. Aquaculture, despite a falling growth rate in recent years, remains the fastest-growing animal-food-producing sector and is set to overtake capture fisheries as a source of food fish. Overall production of the sector continues to grow. This publication analyses and reviews the latest available global statistics and trends in fisheries and aquaculture. It explores the important, yet often underestimated, role of inland fisheries, particularly in many small communities where they make a vital contribution to poverty alleviation and livelihood security. A broader look at the issues affecting fisheries and aquaculture emphasizes the growing need to focus on the many facets of policy and governance and examines the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, quality certification and product traceability on the sector. Also published in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish.

The Mountains of the Mediterranean World

Author : J. R. McNeill
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521522885
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (228 download)

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Download or read book The Mountains of the Mediterranean World written by J. R. McNeill and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An environmental history of the mountain areas of Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, and Morocco.

Understanding Value Chains

Author : Sarah Faust
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781536177282
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (772 download)

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Download or read book Understanding Value Chains written by Sarah Faust and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-23 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Value Chains first examines the process of the institutionalization of the main theoretical foundations of the global value chain since its conception in the academic field and, subsequently, in international organizations. The authors analyse the evolution of Mode 5 services jobs and salaries in the EU, assessing whether there are signs of functional upgrading and how it affects female jobs and the gender pay gap. The coffee global value chain is broken down into five segments: primary production, processing, trade, roasting, and marketing. An investigation of 34 Indonesian provinces was conducted in an effort to reformulate the policies relating to circular sustainable reverse logistics. Four new components: vision, mission, and managerial orientation; infrastructure capabilities; human resource and organizational commitment; and regulation are used to assess the readiness of each level of government. The authors discuss how, as the UK had no trade agreement with the African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries immediately after the referendum vote, this transition period presents an excellent opportunity to negotiate a new trade agreement. Value chain analysis is used to help understand how Guyana participates in the gold value chain, and to help develop appropriate policies to address its supply-side limitations. GuinÃ©a-Bissau's position in the cashew value chain is assessed, and recommendations to address challenges are proposed. This compilation presents the agricultural value chain framework, introducing the main ideas of the system dynamics methodology and demonstrating the application of system dynamics modeling to a real-world case.

Biofloc Technology

Author : Yoram Avnimelech
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781888807219
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (72 download)

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Download or read book Biofloc Technology written by Yoram Avnimelech and published by . This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Structure and Reading

Author : Alpha & Omega Publishing
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780867173963
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (739 download)

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Download or read book Structure and Reading written by Alpha & Omega Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2001-03 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Wastewater Treatment, Valorization and Reuse

Author : Salah Jellali
Publisher : Mdpi AG
ISBN 13 : 9783036519265
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Wastewater Treatment, Valorization and Reuse written by Salah Jellali and published by Mdpi AG. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with the latest developments regarding urban and industrial wastewaters' adapted treatment with various technologies. It focuses, through valuable publications, on the shifting of the wastewater management paradigm from "treatment and disposal" to "the 4Rs principle: Reduce, Recycle, Reuse, and Recover". The adapted wastewater treatment step will allow (i) the disposal of supplementary water amounts that could be safely reused in order to tackle the water-scarcity problem, and (ii) the preservation of the environment against pollution. Finally, this book will contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and other international related initiatives.