Chuyên mục: Quản lý tài nguyên biển – Marine resource management

Invasive lionfish now on Whole Foods menu – sans poisonous spines

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CNN

Lionfish with their distinctive venomous spines are an invasive species that has thrived in U.S. coastal waters because they have no natural predators — until now.

Whole Foods stores in Florida are selling the “white, buttery meat” of the fish, which the grocery chain says is suitable for ceviche or a “simple pan sauté.”

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Whole Foods is now selling the meat of the lionfish, an invasive species that is pictured here at Artisinal Foods in Las Vegas.

The U.S. government, eager to stop the lionfish from preying on native fish and shellfish, gives the meal five stars. Tiếp tục đọc “Invasive lionfish now on Whole Foods menu – sans poisonous spines” →

Eat in style – Know the origin: A joint mission to better Vietnam’s environment and consumers’ health

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WWF – August 14th – 24th 2015, seafood certified as responsibly farmed in Vietnam will be officially available for the domestic market at many eateries. The certification denotes the seafood has met strict standards that ensure food safety and minimize environmental impact. This is part of Sustainable Seafood Week 2015, organized by WWF-Vietnam, to introduce the world’s newest trend in stylish dining: sustainability.

In support of responsible production and products, which have gained worldwide popularity and become a significant indicator of a modern, healthy and positive lifestyle, the Sustainable Seafood Week with the message “Eat in style – Know the origin”, is urging Vietnamese consumers to join the international call for products from responsible sources.

Participating restaurants in Sustainable Seafood Week 2015, serving responsibly produced seafood (certified by ASC eco-label)

During the 10 days, besides introducing Vietnam’s responsibly farmed seafood to the domestic market, the program will engage consumers in an array of exciting activities to raise awareness about sustainable seafood, through a display of informative artworks, a theme-inspired flash mob and exciting mini-games at Crescent Mall, District 7, Ho Chi Minh city. Consumers can visit www.cabenvung.vn to find the full list of restaurants participating in the program, and also pledge their support online to the demand for sustainable seafood in Vietnam. Tiếp tục đọc “Eat in style – Know the origin: A joint mission to better Vietnam’s environment and consumers’ health” →

Sustainable Fishing in Vietnam

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WWF– Tram Chim National Park is one of the most important remaining expanses of wetlands in Vietnam. While most fishing in the park is forbidden, some locals exercise traditional rights to fish for food and a living. WWF works in Tram Chim to restore natural water flows, fisheries and wildlife.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=144&v=8Zj54YdlMls

Consensus Reached on New Sustainable Development Agenda to be adopted by World Leaders in September Tue, Aug 4, 2015

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UNEP

Ambitious new agenda would end poverty by 2030 and universally promote shared economic prosperity, social development and environmental protection

2 August, New York-The 193 Member States of the United Nations reached agreement today on the outcome document that will constitute the new sustainable development agenda that will be adopted this September by world leaders at the Sustainable Development Summit in New York.Concluding a negotiating process that has spanned more than two years and has featured the unprecedented participation of civil society, countries agreed to an ambitious agenda that features 17 new sustainable development goals that aim to end poverty, promote prosperity and people’s well-being while protecting the environment by 2030. Tiếp tục đọc “Consensus Reached on New Sustainable Development Agenda to be adopted by World Leaders in September Tue, Aug 4, 2015” →