Aquaculture Science

This comprehensive book introduces the reader to the aquaculture industry. Every aspect of this growing field is covered, from history of aquaculture, descriptions of aquatic plants and animals and feeding to in-depth coverage of economics, marketing, management and diseases of aquatic animals and plants. AQUACULTURE SCIENCE, third edition, addresses the latest production methods, species types, advances in technology, trends and statistics. The science of aquaculture, chemistry, biology, and anatomy and physiology, is stressed throughout to ensure understanding of fundamental principles. A complete chapter offers detailed information on career opportunities in the aquaculture industry.

This comprehensive book introduces readers to the aquaculture industry. It covers every aspect of aquaculture, including history, potential, descriptions, management, feeding, marketing, and diseases of aquatic animals and plants. Also addressed are the water requirements and chemistry necessary for successful aquaculture. The book offers detailed information on employment opportunities in the aquaculture industry and stresses the science of aquaculture. Chemistry, biology, and anatomy and physiology are included to ensure that readers understand the fundamental principles. A complete chapter is dedicated to those interested in exploring career opportunities in the industry.

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This college-level textbook is designed to teach students the many facets of the science of aquaculture and its possible careers. Covers basic operation and management of an aquafarming business, with specific information on profitable species, techniques, nutrition principles, health, and business practices. Includes historical overview of aquaculture and tips for finding a job (including how to create an effective resume) in the field. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Rick Parker, PhD, is division director at the College of Southern Idaho. He is a member of various professional organizations, including the National Association of Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture and served on the editorial review board for the American Society of Animal Science. Dr. Parker has written several books about aquaculture.