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Mangrove Ecosystem and Aquaculture Insights by Bernie D. Teguenos is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the history and status of mangrove areas in the Philippines, noting their depletion from 400,000-500,000 ha historically to 139,100 ha in 1988. It describes the roles and economic values of mangroves, as well as reasons for their decreasing area including conversion to fishponds and aquaculture. The concept paper proposes developing mangrove aquaculture livelihood projects for coastal communities.
- Author
- Bernie D. Teguenos
- Language
- EN