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Promoting aquaculture in Guatemala through technical sessions (El Remate center, Petén)

Credit: Manuel Cano Alfaro (Guatemala) Since 2003, the mission of Taiwan has been working with the government of Guatemala to set up an aquaculture center in the village of El Remate in Petén to help promote Tilapia farming and conserve the endangered “white fish.” The photo shows a part of the facility whereas a technical session …

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Extensive culture of tilapia in the province of Petén (Guatemala)

Credit: Manuel Cano Alfaro (Guatemala) The photos show one of tilapia fish farms which is located in one of the villages that belongs to the province of Petén. The farm adopts an extensive management system. The Fisheries Department (DIPESCA) provides technical assistance to the farm.    

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