Tilapia
Terry Patterson with Rainbow Trout
Marine Shrimp
Nauplii, shrimp larvae
Recirculating System: tanks covered
Trematode parasite
Crawfish
Greg Cloud with coho salmon
Milkfish ponds, Philippines
|
What others are saying about this book:
"The book is the best general work on aquaculture that I have seen."
Claude E. Boyd, Ph.D.,
professor of aquatic soil and water chemistry, Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, Auburn University,
author of books on aquatic soil and water management.
"It's an excellent comprehensive, general, and introductory textbook for aquaculture. It is a wonderful book."
Herminio R. Rabanal, Ph.D.,
senior technical advisor for Aquafarming Development Foundation, Inc., Metro Manila, Philippines; honorary life member
of the World Aquaculture Society.
"This book should be read by everyone thinking about entering aquaculture. If I were a banker, I would require all loan
applicants to read this book. It will be mandatory reading for employees of Fish Breeders of Idaho."
Leo E. Ray,
Fish Breeders of Idaho Inc.; past president of the Catfish Farmers of America and of the U.S. Trout Farmers Association.
"This book is the best general aquaculture textbook that I have encountered."
Dallas E. Alston, Ph.D.,
professor, Department of Marine Sciences, University of Puerto Rico; founder and past president of the Caribbean
Aquaculture Association.
"Jim Avault has written a wonderfully authoritative, understandable, and comprehensive text on aquaculture. It's one to be savored
by the neophyte as well as the experienced culturist."
Joseph P. McCraren,
late executive director of the National Aquaculture Association and of the U.S.Trout Farmers Association.
"The book coverage is worldwide with extensive documentation of practices in Southeast Asia. The writing is clear and
very readable. I believe that the book can best be summarized as an aquaculture book for all aquaculturists."
Lo-chai Chen, Ph.D.,
professor, Department of Biology, San Diego State University; author of the book "Aquaculture in Taiwan."
"Professor Avault has done a masterful job in authoring Fundamentals of Aquaculture. This book covers a wide scope of
relevant topics ranging from the whys and hows of aquaculture to marketing and financial considerations. It is well
illustrated with numerous high-quality photographs, and each of the 17 chapters is richly referenced. Those who
are seriously interested in or presently engaged in aquaculture should acquire this book."
Donovan D. Moss, Ph.D.,
professor emeritus, Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures Auburn University, past president of the Fish
Culture Section of the American Fisheries Society, inductee Fish Culture Hall of Fame.
"I don't think I have seen an aquaculture text that provides the scope and depth of coverage that has been managed in
this volume. I can't think of a practical need that is not well covered."
John J. Manzi, Ph.D.,
senior vice president and chief operating officer SeaPerfect Plc.; executive director of the Shellfish
Research Institute, past president of the World Aquaculture Society and of the National Shellfisheries Association.
"The book is highly readable and comprehensive in scope. It represents a lifetime experience of a teacher and scientist
and will be a most welcome contribution to the development of aquaculture worldwide."
Rafael D. Guerrero III, Ph.D.,
executive director of the Philippine Council for Aquatic and Marine Research Development; aquaculture advisor International
Foundation of Science, member Philippine National Academy for Science and Technology.
"It is an excellent text for someone beginning in aquaculture and for someone who is established. I know of no other book
written in such an easy to understand language. It is a blend of science, practicality, and references."
Arden J. Trandahl,
director of the D.C. Booth National Fish Hatchery; founder and past president of the Fish Culture Section of the
American Fisheries Society, past president of the Fisheries History Section, inductee Fish Culture Hall of Fame.
Back to Main Page
|
