FINAL REPORT

for the

WORLD BANK SECOND AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH PROJECT

[FAO/UNDP TA Project BGD/83/010]

	PROPOSED RESEARCH PROGRAMME FOR THE BRACKISHWATER STATION TO BE ESTABLISHED AT PAIKGACHA
	CONTENTS

prepared by

A S D Farmer

Shrimp Specialist
[Anthony Farmer & Associates]

on behalf of the

FISHERIES RESEARCH INSTITUTE

GOVERNMENT OF BANGLADESH

Euroconsult BV
Arnhem, The Netherlands

May 1989

Hyperlinks to non-FAO Internet sites do not imply any official endorsement of or responsibility for the opinions, ideas, data or products presented at these locations, or guarantee the validity of the information provided. The sole purpose of links to non-FAO sites is to indicate further information available on related topics.

This electronic document has been scanned using optical character recognition (OCR) software. FAO declines all responsibility for any discrepancies that may exist between the present document and its original printed version.

CONTENTS

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Executive Summary

1 INTRODUCTION

2 SHRIMP FARMING INDUSTRY IN BANGLADESH

3 BRACKISHWATER STATION*

4 CONSTRAINTS

5 FIVE YEAR RESEARCH PLAN

6 RECOMMENDATIONS

7 BIBLIOGRAPHY

8 LITERATURE CITED

9 APPENDICES

A Conversion Factors and Glossary
B Persons Met during the Assignment
C Itinerary
D Summary of Field Trips
E Room Specifications for the BS*
F Basic Research Equipment
G General and Histological Chemicals
H Therapeutic Chemicals and Drugs
I Sources of Live Micro-organisms
J Sources of Artemia Cysts
K Workshop Equipment, Tools and Materials
L Potential Suppliers
M Research Proposals -

1 (N-07) Selection of Brackishwater Species for Aquaculture

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
  Introduction
  Overview
  Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
  Overview and Description
  Current Status of Brackishwater Culture in Bangladesh
  Previous Research in Bangladesh
  Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Testing of Sampling Gear
Sample Collection
Environmental Parameters
Identification of Species
Distribution ad Abundance
Biology and Reproduction
Consumption and Market Demand
Species Evaluation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

2 (O-01) Survey and Assessment of Shrimp Fry Resources

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
  Introduction
  Overview
  Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
  Overview and Description
  Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
  Previous Research in Bangladesh
  Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Testing of Sampling Gear
Sample Collection
Environmental Parameters
Identification of Species
Distribution and Abundance
Resource Evaluation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Proposed Locations of Field Samples

3 (O-02) Improvement of Shrimp Fry Collection Techniques

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
  Introduction
  Overview
  Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
  Overview and Description
  Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
  Previous Research in Bangladesh
  Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Field Survey (Bangladesh)
Field Survey (Neighbouring Countries)
Field Testing of Existing Techniques
Evaluation of Existing Techniques
Modification and Re-Evaluation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimate
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Examples of Shrimp Fry Collecting Gear.

4 (O-03) Limnological Studies in Brackishwater Ponds

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
Introduction
Overview
Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
Overview and Description
Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
Previous Research in Bangladesh
Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Selection of Sites
Pond management of Records
Routine Water Sampling
Soil Sampling
Analysis and Interpretation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Solubility of Oxygen in Seawater
Dissociation of Ammonia in Water

5 (O-04) Impact of Aquaculture on the Mangrove Environment

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
Introduction
Overview
Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
Overview and Description
Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
Previous Research in Bangladesh
Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Definition of Objectives
Historical Review
Existing Environment
Current Activities and Exploitation
Impact Assessment
Alternative Strategies
Impact Re-Assessment
Evaluation and Selection
Recommendations
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Location of the Study Area

6 (O-07) Growth and Biological Studies on Wild Penaeus indicus

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
Introduction
Overview
Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
Overview and Description
Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
Previous Research in Bangladesh
Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Initial Field Survey
[Shrimp Fry Survey]
Distribution Survey
Shrimp Farm Survey
Ecological Survey
Interpretation and Evaluation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimate
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

7 (P-03) Improvement of Shrimp Fry Transportation Techniques

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
Introduction
Overview
Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
Overview and Description
Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
Previous Research in Bangladesh
Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of Work the Plan
Literature Review
Field Survey (Bangladesh)
[Field Survey (Neighbouring Countries]
Field Testing of Existing Techniques
Evaluation of Existing Techniques
Modification and Re-Evaluation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Dissociation of Ammonia in Water

8 (Q-01) Survey of Major Shrimp Diseases and Parasites

1 PROPOSAL CONTENT AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Importance and Significance of the Work
Introduction
Overview
Market Demand and Economic Importance
Literature Review
Overview and Description
Current Status of Shrimp Culture in Bangladesh
Previous Research in Bangladesh
Present Status of Research in Bangladesh

2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

3 WORK PLAN SUMMARY
Work Plan Summary
Task Scheduling

4 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
Preparation of the Work Plan
Literature Review
Site Selection
Pond Management Records
Field Studies
Species Identification
Diagnostic Services
Analysis and Interpretation
Specialist Equipment Requirements
Manpower Requirements
Budget Estimates
Project Management
Reporting

5 BIBLIOGRAPHY

6 ANNEXE
Solubility of Oxygen in Seawater
Dissociation of Ammonia in Water

[Note: The numbers preceding the project titles are the project identification codes used in the Five Year Master Plan.]

* The Brackishwater Station (BS) was formerly designated the Brackishwater Fisheries Research Station (BFRS).

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Executive Summary

This consultancy assignment forms part of the fisheries component of the IDA World Bank Second Agricultural Research Project (BGD/83/010). The terms of reference broadly cover the preparation of the research programme for the Brackishwater Station of the Fisheries Research Institute of the Government of The People's Republic of Bangladesh. In spite of considerable delays in the Government gaining possession of the site selected for the Brackishwater Station at Paikgacha, near Khulna, it now appears that it may be possible to start construction immediately after the the 1989 monsoon season.

If further complications over acquisition of the land persist, it is recommended that the possibility of leasing the land for a period of 10 years should be considered before reverting to the next most suitable site at Rampal. It is to be hoped that the construction of the Brackishwater Station will be completed, and the laboratory and experimental facilities become fully operational by 1991–92 at the latest.

A review of the historical development and present status of the shrimp farming industry in Bangladesh has been prepared to provide a reference point for the proposed Five Year Research Programme of the Brackishwater Station. Constraints to the development of the industry have also been identified.

Detailed specifications have been prepared for the research laboratories and experimental facilities to be provided at the Brackishwater Station, together with specific operational and administrative recommendations. Detailed equipment lists covering all aspects of the future research of the Brackishwater Station have been prepared. Separate detailed specifications and cost estimates have been submitted to the Fisheries Research Institute. Lists of chemicals, drugs, workshop and maintenance equipment, laboratory and workshop supplies and other consumable items have also been prepared. Names and addresses of manufacturers and suppliers of specialist equipment and chemicals have also been provided.

The proposed Five Year Research Programme of the Brackishwater Station has been extensively revised, and detailed research proposals have been written for eight of the projects which do not require the specialist laboratories and experimental facilities planned for the Brackishwater Station. These projects can be implemented without further delay, so that the research programme can start before the Brackishwater Station becomes fully operational. An overall research programme indicating the priorities and scheduling requirements of the individual projects has also been prepared. The eight proposals cover the following research topics:

• Selection of Brackishwater Species for Aquaculture
• Survey and Assessment of Shrimp Fry Resources
• Improvement of Shrimp Fry Collection Techniques
• Limnological Studies in Brackishwater Ponds
• Impact of Aquaculture on the Mangrove Environment
• Growth and Biological Studies on Wild Penaeus indicus
• Improvement of Shrimp Fry Transportation Techniques
• Survey of Major Shrimp Diseases and Parasites.