Aquatic Resources Potential to Foster Food Security in Developing Countries / Margarida Saavedra, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Saavedra, Margarida, editor.

Series:

Food science and technology series (Nova Science Publishers)

Food Science and Technology Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Aquaculture--Developing countries.

Aquaculture.

Aquatic resources--Developing countries.

Aquatic resources.

Food security--Developing countries.

Food security.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (210 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York, NY : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2024]

Summary:

"The book Aquatic Food Potential to Foster Food Security in Developing Countries aims to contribute scientific knowledge to formulate better strategies against hunger, including the valuable marine and freshwater resources that are now more and affordable due to aquaculture. It includes strategies of two countries - Angola and Brazil - to increase food security, innovative techniques to disinfect and scan for microorganisms and showcase studies located in Africa and South America, highlighting the impact of aquaculture on improving the availability and quality of food as well as familys' livelihoods"-- Provided by publisher

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Finding Solutions for Food Security: The Role of Aquaculture

Abstract

Introduction

Balanced Nutrition and Consumption of Aquatic Food

Contribution of Fisheries and Aquaculture to Food Security and Poverty Reduction

Towards a Sustainable Aquaculture Production

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2

Angola: Food Security as a Development Challenge

Angola, Food Security a Development Challenge

Stressors to Food Insecurity

Poverty, Subsistence Agriculture Production and Climate Change

The Potential of Marine Resources to Increase Food Security in Angola

Chapter 3

Brazil's Actions for the Development of Sustainable Aquaculture

Brazilian Government Actions to Develop Sustainable Aquaculture

Case Studies of The Development of Sustainable Aquaculture in Brazil

Paraná State (PR)

PNDA Perspectives for a 10-Year Agenda in Brazil

Chapter 4

Seafood and Nutrition: Importance of Lipids

Characterization of Seafood Lipids

Lipid Classes

Fatty Acids

Saturated Fatty Acids

Monounsaturated Fatty Acids

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

Seafood Lipids: Absorption, Bioaccessibility and Bioavailability

Nutritional Benefits of Seafood Lipids

Chapter 5

Comparison of Wild and Farmed Meagre, Argyrosomus regius, Lipid Composition

Material and Methods

Fish Origin and Sampling

Chemical Composition

Total Fat

Stereospecific Analysis

Nutritional Contribution

Data Management

Results

Discussion

Acknowledgments

Chapter 6.

Enhancing Food Security and Safety: The Promising Role of Bacteriophages from Farm to Table

Food-Contact Surfaces Disinfection

Food Decontamination and Preservation

Phage Biocontrol: Agriculture

Phage Therapy: Aquaculture

Chapter 7

Hurdles and Challenges for Bivalve Seafood Quality and Safety

Global Population Growth Requires Expansion of Alternative Food Sources

Bivalves are Eco-Friendly and Heathy Foods

Sustainable Bivalve Farming as a Means to Reduce Food Insecurity

Biological and Environmental Threats to Bivalves

Marine Microbiota-Bivalve Interactions

The Importance of Microorganisms for Bivalve Aquaculture

Bacteria and Bivalves

Virus and Bivalves

Marine Biotoxins

Microplastics and Other Pollutants

The Burden of Bivalve Foodborne Diseases

Technologies to Increase Bivalve Safety and Quality

Depuration and Relaying

Novel Post-Harvesting Technologies

The Challenges

Chapter 8

Valorisation of Fish Discards and By-Products

Fish Biscuits

Fish Sausages

Fish Mince and Biscuits Preparation

Sardine Mince and Sausage Preparation

Characterization of Biscuits and Sausages

Results and Discussion

Yields

Proximate Composition

Fatty Acids Profile

Sensory Analysis

Nutritional Value of Biscuits

Textural Properties and Colour

Chapter 9

Extension Nurtures Food Security through Small-Scale Aquaculture in Upcountry Liberia

Overview of Contemporary Liberia

Brief History of Liberia

Fishing and Fish Consumption in Liberia

Role of Extension.

Pond Aquaculture Builds upon Agricultural Tradition

Example of Upcountry Pond Construction and Management

The National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority

Impact and Vision of Extension

Acknowledgements

Chapter 10

A Socio-Economical Profile of Mollusks Farmers in Santa Catarina, Brazil: Baselines for the Development of Seaweed Cultivation

Materials and Methods

Study Site

Elaboration of the Questionnaire

Interviews

Comparative Analysis

Identification of Affected Areas

Socioeconomic Survey

About the Editor

Index

Blank Page.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

979-88-911-3500-0