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Partial identification and nutritional analysis of Kiribati algae
Author(s):
Maata, M., Bird, C., Ali, S., Pickering, T.
Year: 2004
ISSN: 1013-9877|1726-0787
Notes: South Pacific Journal of Natural Science, 22, 12-15
Held at: USP
ASFA Subject(s): Human food, Distribution, Identification, Nutritive value, Minerals, Chemical analysis, Algae
Abstract: A chemical analysis of the edible algae from the island of Beru in Kiribati revealed it contained relatively high concentrations of Mg2+ and Ca2+ ions. A fair amount of protein and other minerals such as Na+, K+, Cu2+, Mn2+, Zn2+ and Fe2+ ions are also present in it. The scientific identification revealed that the algae are made of a mixture of different species, none new species. In fact, the two major types of algae that were identified (Lyngbya perelegans and Chroococcus minutus) are known to exist in Hawaii, some areas in Europe and parts of South East Asia.
Control No.: 00013833.nul
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Report on the outcomes of the train-the-trainers workshop on Kappaphycus seaweed farming in Pacific island countries
Author(s):
Pickering, T., Lasi, F., Namudu, M., Mate, F.
Publisher: USP Marine Studies Programme
Year: 2003
ISSN: 1018-2896
Notes: Report on Seeweed Farming Workshop held in Kiuva Village, 4-8 August 2003. Edited by Pickering, with contributions from other authors.
Held at: USP
ASFA Subject(s): Training, Seaweed culture, Policies
Abstract: Seaweed farming is becoming more common in Pacific island countries. This workshop on farming Kappaphycus alvarezii was held at the request of the Government of Fiji to enhance the capacity of seaweed project field workers and extension officers in Fiji. Staff of Solomon Islands Fisheries also participated. Practical sessions on farming techniques held on the reef were complemented by group and panel discussions on seaweed farming, marketing and development assistance. The report includes Fiji government policies for seaweed farming and the role of extension officers; a brief summary of research findings on seaweed farming in Fiji; outcomes of the workshop panel discussions; and participant feedback.
Control No.: 00013160.nul
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