Thai Thanh Luom

Institute of Technology and Training, Kien Giang University, Vietnam

Publications
  • Research Article   
    Integrated Multiple Species Aquaculture in the Protected Mangrove Areas in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam: A Case Study in Kien Giang
    Author(s): Thai Thanh Luom*

    The literature showed that aquaculture using a single species (shrimp) in allocated mangrove areas was common in many coastal provinces in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam. By contrast, integrated multiple species aquaculture, operated in the Kien Giang protected mangrove areas for years, was inadequately reported. The inadequate reporting caused the difficulty in fully understanding this special farming system and its role in improving local livelihood. The fully understanding of this farming system and its role in local livelihood improvement will be a technical reference in the Mekong Delta. This study used participatory action research for documenting the operation of the Kien Giang integrated multiple species aquaculture. As a result, the Kien Giang farming system is comprehensively documented, with release pattern, harvest seasonality, total incomes, threats, and its relevant lessons. .. View more»

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