Scientific Publications
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ARTICLE: Understanding consumption frequency across consumer segments and regions in the Brazilian aquaculture market.
Several socio-demographic factors influence fish consumption frequency and preferences in the Brazilian aquaculture market. Hence, the aims of this paper were (i) to acquire information on fish consumption frequency; (ii) to examine the associations between specific socio-demographic characteristics of aquaculture consumers; (iii) to investigate the consumption frequency of these specific characteristics relating to certain barriers and drivers of consumption frequency; and (iv) to explore whether consumption behavior varies across different groups of consumers and regions. The study involved an online survey of 1509 consumers across the five regions in Brazil. The results of this study indicated that the general fish consumption frequency pattern is highly seasonal. In addition, we determined that significant differences in fish consumption frequency, determinants, and habits were found among income levels, age groups, and regions. Our results show that low-income consumers are highly disadvantaged and more likely to consume fish less frequently than the other income groups. We further recommend several marketing strategies and initiatives to stimulate the consumption frequency of fish amongst Brazilian consumers.
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ARTICLE: Consumption frequencies, determinants, and habits of aquaculture species in Brazil.
The Brazilian aquaculture sector faces many challenges involving internal consumption; Brazil’s per capita fish consumption is lower than its production capacity. In this study, the dataset used the Pearson correlation coefficients and ordered logit models and their odd ratios to identify relationships and estimate the probabilities of the main determinants and barriers for fish purchasing on consumption frequency levels. A sample of 1509 participants was surveyed to examine Brazil’s main consumption frequencies, determinants, and habits of aquaculture species. The study confirmed that aquaculture fishes are mainly consumed occasionally during Easter and supermarkets are the main retail channel. Tambaqui, tilapia, and white leg shrimp are the species mostly consumed amongst the sample. The results indicated that the highest probability for a consumer to increase their consumption frequency levels for tilapia is related to availability on shelves. Nutritional value is a significant determinant relating to the increased consumption frequency of grouper. Lack of desired species, not trusting the health quality of the product, and culinary options are essential determinants for consuming shrimp. Similarly, for catfish, high prices, variety in culinary options, and difficulty in preparation are the main determinist affect consumption frequency levels. Also, the results indicated that income and education influence the probability of moving to a higher consumption frequency level of all species, except for tambaqui. The findings provide valuable information, especially for producers and organizations in terms of marketing and policy analysis. Marketing strategies and campaigns are recommended to promote the habit of eating fish throughout the year.
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ARTICLE: The consumer in the process of building agricultural public policies.
Consumer as the actor in public policy building is crucial in the field of agriculture. In other words, consumers are central actors in the formulation of public policy. Focusing on the consumer extends support to the government and other policymakers in making better policies that are effective and receptive to the consumers while achieving the goals of sustainability in agriculture.
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An investigation of scientific research and patent output of major aquaculture producers and their impact on the economic growth (2001–2016): A scientometric evaluation
This article investigates the development of science and technology of aquaculture production of major global producers through a scientometric analysis based on publications and patents, along with the developmental impact on economic growth. Our analysis shows that, during the 2001-2016 period, China and Japan were the only major aquaculture-producing countries active in science and technology, along with fish farming production. Further analysis showed that the major aquaculture-producing countries are weaker in technology and innovation than in science. However, this study could not directly confirm the impact of science and innovation developments of aquaculture and fish farming on economic growth. Nevertheless, given the variables, the article recommends that in order for aquaculture and fish farming to foster economic growth in terms of science and technology, each country must first direct its programs to focus on science and technology in these fields. At a country level, the sector is dependent on a knowledge-based economy, as well as the support from public organizations to improve greater research and development, foreign direct investments, strong patent policies, trade protection, increased quality of human capital, and openness to trade in the economic growth culture.
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ARTICLE: Women’s contribution to aquaculture’s regional development.
Women’s participation is crucial in the development of aquaculture, yet their involvement in the sector is minimal. While women generally have a positive attitude toward aquaculture, gender disparity is the main reason impeding women’s participation in the sector.
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BOOK REVIEW: Beyond common knowledge “Against elections: the case for democracy"
“Against Elections: The Case for Democracy”, Van Reybrouck, the author, developed the argument that “our democracy is being wrecked by being limited to elections, even though elections were not formally invented as a democratic instrument.” He later went on to examine the case for the reintroduction of a historically far more democratic instrument known as
sortition.
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