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LESSON 1: EXPLORING AQUACULTURE

Philippines: Archipelago

abundant marine resources, has long relied on fisheries

Aquaculture

process of raising aqua organisms

IMPORTANCE OF AQUACULTURE:

Food Security

demands for fish and its products rise along with our population

Growth of the Economy

market produced by aquaculture contributes to the development of a vibrant community

Earnings in Foreign Exchange

Philippines is a leading aquaculture producer

Profits and Employment

large portion of the population depends heavily on aquaculture as we are surrounded by water

TYPES OF AQUACULTURE:

Fish cage

for raising fish, constructed from nets and ropes sewn together to resemble an inverted mosquito net

Fish pen

Artificial aquaculture unit

built in a shallow body of water using poles (securely aligned and enclosed by a net)

Fishpond

aquaculture facility

surrounded by dikes and equipped with supply canals and water gates for effective water management

Fish Tank

sizable liquid-filled concrete, fiberglass, or steel container used to cultivate fish and other aquatic plants and animals

CAREER AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES:

Aquaculturist

breading, rearing, and harvesting of fish and other aquatic organisms in a controlled environment

Fishery Technician

monitoring, maintaining, and managing fish farms and hatcheries

also data collection, feeding, water equality monitoring and equipment maintenance

Fish Farm Caretaker

oversees the daily operations

feeding, monitor fish health status, cleaning and ensure optimal growth of fish

Fish Farm Aide/Worker

supports the caretaker and aquaculturist in the daily routine of maintaining fish farm

feeding, cleaning and maintaining equipment

Fishery Facilities Repair and Maintenance Worker

maintains and repairs the equipment and infrastructure of fish farm like water pump, nets, and cages

Research Officer

studies on fish species, aquaculture practices, and other innovative sustainability approaches

Fisheries Resources Protection Group

conserves and manages fishery resources conservation and management

enforce regulations that protect the marine and freshwater resources from destruction

work in Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), coastguards, and other non-government organizations (NGOs)

Fish Wharf Operator

manages the operations at the fish farms

handling fish as they are brought to shore, sorting, weighing, and preparing for selling

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES:

Fish Farm Owner

runs operations like breeding, rearing, and growing of fish to market demand

Batangas = Operating tilapia

Pangasinan = Bangus fish farm

Mindanao = Shrimp farms

Fish Distributor

supplier, handler, or trader

buys and sells from fish farm owners to wet markets, supermarkets, restaurant and export markets.

LESSON 2: LEARNING CULTURE PHASES AND CLASSIFYING FISH BY HABITAT

Fish culture / Pisciculture

process of growing fish

FISH CULTIVATION:

grow different kinds of fish from egg to market size

breed, raise, and harvest fish

Extensive Cultivation

relies on natural ecosystem with minimal human intervention

fish (primarily feed on plankton and algae) are raised in large ponds

Semi-intensive Cultivation

moderate level of management and inputs wherein natural sources and supplement are combined

Intensive Cultivation

high level of management to maximize production in a controlled environment

raised in tanks, cages, and pens with complete control over feeding, water quality, and growth conditions

FISH PROPAGATION:

breeding fish to increase their population, specially those species that are overfished or endangered

Natural Propagation

breeding fish to increase their population, specially those species that are overfished or endangered (same definition as fish propagation)

Semi-natural propagation

female fish receive a single injection of chemicals to induce spawning

both male and female are placed together to breed

Artificial Propagation

injecting female fish with chemicals to induce egg maturity, after which the eggs are manually stripped

Male fish are also injected to collect sperm, and the eggs are then fertilized artificially under controlled conditions

Fish Conservation

protect fish species and their habitats to maintain biodiversity and balance in the ecosystem

maintains the diversity of aquatic species

ensures consumers have access to sustainable food sources

helps maintain the livelihood of millions of people

LESSON 3: FISH CONSERVATION

Conservation

careful management of fish production or population and habitats to ensure

Marine Protected Areas

Designated areas or zones where fishing is regulated to protect marine life and ecosystem

Sustainable Practices

implementing methods that leave enough fish in the ocean while respecting their habitats

Community Engagement

collab with local stakeholders to manage fisheries effectively

habitat restoration and sustainable fishing techniques

Regulations and Best Practices

laws and guidelines to prevent overfishing and protect fish stocks

Fish Conservation