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1) Seafood
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"This book explains how seafood is are raised, harvested, and processed. It also explores the pros and cons of fish farming and fishing in the wild"--
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Aquaculture is one of the newest industries on the planet and is making a big splash in the state of Florida. There are over 210 farmed aquatic plant and animal species reported world-wide. Florida's warm waters encourage faster growth of certain species such as mollusks and cobia fish. This new industry is also responsible for job growth needed for the development of specialized equipment, ongoing research and aquaculture farms.
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“A necessary book for anyone truly interested in what we take from the sea to eat, and how, and why.” —Sam Sifton, The New York Times Book Review
Acclaimed author of American Catch and The Omega Princple and life-long fisherman, Paul Greenberg takes us on a journey, examining the four fish that dominate our menus: salmon, sea bass, cod, and tuna.
Investigating the forces that get fish...
Acclaimed author of American Catch and The Omega Princple and life-long fisherman, Paul Greenberg takes us on a journey, examining the four fish that dominate our menus: salmon, sea bass, cod, and tuna.
Investigating the forces that get fish...
4) Salmonera
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Salmon isn't what it used to be. Ninety percent of salmon eaten in the U.S. is factory farmed, not caught. The fish are raised by the millions in giant floating netpens, all over the globe. The southern coast of Chile is one frontier being transformed from a string of remote fishing villages into fish farm row. Now, the booming industry is also putting fishermen half a world away out of business.
6) Fish
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Takes you deep into the waters of the world to discover some of the most exotic creatures in nature. Take the plunge from dazzling coral reefs to the darkest depths to meet fish - a vast and varied group of animals.
7) Raising fish
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"If you haven't pictured fish on a farm, think again! Fish are unusual farm animals, but they're also one of the most interesting. Young readers with an interest in animals will delight in this title, which explores the fascinating world of raising fish on the farm. Paired with colorful images, the age-appropriate text teaches readers all about fish, how to care for them, and the role they play on a farm. By the end of the text, readers will be inspired...
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Built around a proven 120' greenhouse system operable by one person, the book distills vast experience and complete step-by-step guidance for starting and running a cold-water aquaponics business. Coverage includes a primer on cold-water aquaponics; pros and cons of different systems; complete design and construction of a deep water culture system; recommended and optional equipment and tools; system management, standard operating procedures, and...
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Provides information on how to set up a basic freshwater tropical aquarium, discussing a variety of topics including heating, aeration, gravel and rocks, introducing the fishes, and breeding, and includes an illustrated guide to fifty popular species suitable for a first collection.
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"In India's long and diverse coastline, fish inhabit the heart of many aspects of life: food of course, and also culture, commerce, sports, history, and society. Journeying along the edges of the peninsula, Samanth Subramanian delivers a kaleidoscope of extraordinary stories. Following Fish conducts rich, journalistic investigations of the use of fish to treat asthmatics in Hyderabad; of the preparation and the process of eating West Bengal's prized...
13) Fish farms
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Describes the physical characteristics and habits of some species of fish and how they are raised on farms across the United States.
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