Assessing the welfare value of Cambodia’s fisheries

1 August 2014
The Cambodia Herald
Agriculture and fishing / Civil society / Economic policy and administration / Economy and commerce / Environment and natural resources policy and administration / Environmental and biodiversity protection / Fishing, fisheries and aquaculture / Land / National parks and wildlife sanctuaries / Protected areas / Rivers and lakes / Social development / The poor / Tourism / Water resources
Chong Khneas / Inland Fisheries Research Development Institute / Irrawaddy dolphins / Kampong Khlaing / Kampong Phlouk / Prek Toal

Fish and rice are staple foods for all Cambodians. Historical records show that Cambodia’s fisheries have been of major importance for centuries. Fish is a major source of nutritious food in the daily diet, a primary source of employment and income and has strong cultural and religious significance.

Cambodian fisheries are a major source of nutritious food in the daily diet by providing about 82% of total animal protein intake. In addition, fish also provides important micronutrients, particularly Vitamin A, calcium, iron and zinc, which are crucial for human health. Cambodians are considered one of the highest per capita consumers of fish in the world. …

 The Cambodia Herald News Staff
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