Description
This practical manual aims to facilitate the understanding and use of geographic information system (GIS) for the planning and management of aquaculture in Mediterranean and Black Sea countries. Designed as a step-by-step guide for all stakeholders within the aquaculture sector, it leads readers through the process of using a GIS for aquaculture spatial planning including AZA identification, from foundational GIS knowledge to advanced techniques. It introduces the concept of AZAs within marine spatial planning and highlights the utility of GIS tools for spatial planning, delving into GIS fundamentals, components and software. The manual concludes with a series of recommendations for the correct use of GIS for spatial analysis and sustainable aquaculture development.
Details
- Original Author(s)
- Corporate Author(s): Food Agricultural Organization - FAOPersonal author(s): Fourdain, L.;Personal author(s): Macias, J.C.;Personal author(s): Porporato, E.M.D.
- Topic(s)
- Access to Space and Water, Communicating on EU Aquaculture, Diversification and Adding Value, Knowledge and Innovation, Producer and Market Organisations
- Geographical Coverage
- International
- Date
- 2024
- Source