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Viet Nam News | 06-12-2008

CAN THO — Pangasius (basa, tra) farming, the fastest-growing field in global aquaculture, needs an integrated approach through an ecosystem to ensure sustainable development, said international experts at a seminar in Can Tho city yesterday.

More than 150 representatives from 18 nations have gathered in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta city of Can Tho for an international symposium to share experience in all aspects of basa farming. The event, called “Pangasius aquaculture in Asia: Present status and challenges for sustainable development” discussed reproduction, nutrition, technology, diseases, environmental and social impacts as well as marketing. …

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