Learning from the Neighbors: Economic and Environmental Impacts from Intensive Shrimp Farming in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam

Intensive shrimp farming is a lucrative and highly risky business. Before entering this industry, most farmers spend time observing the operation of pilot farms. This stage is important to master essential techniques and judge the profitability and risk associated with shrimp farming. Learning is a...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Thuy T.H. Nguyen, Andrew Ford
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2010-07-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/2/7/2144/