Co-management is an alternative management strategy that involves fishermen in the management process. There is greater local stewardship, responsibility, and enthusiastic participation in management when fishermen are active members of the management team. Find out how it works and the pros and cons in this fact sheet.
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Marine Protected Areas: an Ecosystem-based Management Tool
Dr. Robert Pomeroy Because of their integral role in marine biodiversity conservation and ecosystem-based management, marine protected areas (MPAs) have recently emerged as an alternative for protecting fish populations and their habitats. 1-page fact sheet. Publication Number CTSG-03-09 Free. Download PDF
Guide to Understanding and Providing Public Access to Connecticut’s Coast
Connecticut’s coastline is one of the most densely populated in the nation, with about 3,235 people per square mile of shore. Yet 80% of the shoreline is privately owned. This pocket-sized, 18-page booklet is intended to serve as a guide for town planners and municipal officials.
Marketing Management in Aquaculture
R. Pomeroy This two-page (double-sided) fact sheet will help the aquaculturist develop a marketing plan at the outset of the enterprise. Free. Download PDF
Decision-Making Factors for Investment in Aquaculture
R. Pomeroy This practical two-page (double-sided) fact sheet contains checklists to help the aquaculture professional evaluate an aquaculture business plan, including management, financial, physical, production, and marketing factors. The evaluation will help in business decision-making. Free. Download PDF
Financial Management: A Fact Sheet for Connecticut Fishermen
R. Pomeroy This two-page (double-sided) fact sheet can serve as a primer for those seeking access to financial resources for aquaculture, as well as those seeking to sharpen skills in financial management. Free. Download PDF
Developing an Aquaculture Business Plan
R. Pomeroy A good aquaculture business proposal or plan will result in fewer mistakes in the business and exposes thoughts, assumptions, and research findings to reason. A business plan is also needed to secure financing. This 1-page fact sheet will help you develop your plan. Free. Download PDF
Financing the Aquaculture Operation
R. Pomeroy and T. Getchis Obtaining capital for an aquaculture business can be a formidable task. This one-page fact sheet provides useful tips and resources. Free. Write for paper copy or Download PDF
Aquaculture Record Keeping
R. Pomeroy This two-page (double-sided) fact sheet can help the aquaculturist keep accurate, detailed and complete records, to make the business most efficient. Such records can help in obtaining financing, doing taxes, and qualifying for government programs. Free. Download PDF