Small-scale fisheries in the context of traditional post-harvest practice and the quest for food and nutritional security in Nigeria

Akintola, Shehu Latunji; Fakoya, Kafayat Adetoun

doi:10.1186/s40066-017-0110-z

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“…Contrary to the findings of Onyango et al (2017), most of the artisanal fishers reported that the traditional smoking kiln was the major tool used to smoke the fish because it was deemed cheaper, less time-consuming, and reduces microbial growth thereby giving fish long shelf life besides adding a nice flavor. However, our findings were in line with those reported by Akintola and Fatoya et al (2017) among small-scale fishers in Nigeria. Caution was given by the fishers regarding the use of smoking for preserving fish since it requires proper monitoring to ensure a quality product.…”

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An assessment of post-harvest fish losses and preservation practices in Siavonga district, Southern Zambia

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Fish is an extremely perishable food product which requires proper handling soon after harvest. The present study was aimed at assessing post-harvest fish losses and preservation practices in Siavonga district, Southern Zambia. Structured and semi-structured questionnaires were used to collect data on post-harvest fish losses and preservation practices from aquaculture producers, artisanal, and commercial fishers. All the fishers who landed on the lakeshore were interviewed, while aquaculture producers were randomly selected based on the information provided by the local department of fisheries. The results of the study revealed that all the fishers experienced post-harvest fish losses at varying degrees with those losing up to 10% of the total catch being in the majority. In contrast, aquaculture producers did not report any post-harvest fish losses. Most aquaculture producers commonly used chilling as preservation practice contrary to artisanal and commercial fishers who commonly used smoking and sun sun-drying respectively. Furthermore, fish product safety and quality control were poorly practiced in the district. Lack of cold storage facilities and fluctuating weather conditions were the major challenges impacting fish post-harvest activities. Therefore, to curb the loss of revenue due to post-harvest fish losses, we propose the introduction of new technology, self-development skills for fishing communities, and enhanced access to refrigeration facilities.

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“…In many Nigerian communities, fish, or fish products are considered a necessary element of the meal, either as the main source of protein, or as a condiment [39]. Fish are the preferred source of animal protein, perhaps due to its relative affordability, and are thus typically favored by low income households [40].…”

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“…Around 900km 2 of the country is covered in rivers and lakes supporting freshwater fish that are widely consumed by urban and rural households [44]. Most fish in Nigeria are sourced from artisanal fisheries found in rivers [39] contributing to 80% of domestic production [45]. There have as yet been no studies, to our knowledge, that investigate the relationship between vegetation cover and fish production or consumption in Nigeria.…”

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The relationship between forests and freshwater fish consumption in rural Nigeria

Narulita

Ickowitz

2019

PLoS ONE

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Nigerians depend on fish for maintaining diverse and healthy diets. Fish are a key source of protein and micronutrients, both of which are important for healthy diets. Some research has shown that forests provide important ecosystem functions that support the productive capacity and sustainability of inland fisheries. Our study aims to empirically assess the relationship between forest cover around rivers and fish consumption. We use data from the Living Standards Measurement Survey (LSMS) and spatially merge household and village data with forest cover and river maps. We estimate the relationship between forest cover around rivers and average village fresh fish consumption, while also accounting for other socio-economic and geographical determinants. We find that that the density of forest cover around rivers is positively and significantly correlated with village consumption of fresh fish. Our results suggest that forests influence the consumption of fresh fish by improving the productivity of inland fisheries and increasing the availability of fish. Aquatic habitats tend to be overlooked in debates on land use and food production, and yet can be critically important sources of nutrient-rich foods that are limited in rural diets in developing countries, particularly for the poor. Clearing forests for agriculture in order to produce more agricultural crops might have the unintended consequence of reducing another important food source.

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“…Enormous significance of fish in enhancing food security both among developing and under developed nations has been reported [2]. In Nigeria, fish supplies 5.6% of total protein and 38.2% of animal protein [3] while fishing communities with greater access to fish for direct consumption have higher animal protein intake with fish contributing as much as 75 % [4]. Fishes of the family Clupeidae are the most common small fish consumed in Nigeria [4].…”

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“…In Nigeria, fish supplies 5.6% of total protein and 38.2% of animal protein [3] while fishing communities with greater access to fish for direct consumption have higher animal protein intake with fish contributing as much as 75 % [4]. Fishes of the family Clupeidae are the most common small fish consumed in Nigeria [4]. Occurring in a wide range of aquatic environments, they constitute an affordable and important source of food and nutrition in many inland and coastal fishing communities of West Africa.…”

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Preliminary Assessment of Proximate Composition, Mineral and Energy Contents in Locally Smoked Pellonula Leonensis and Sardinella Maderensis From Badagry Creek, Lagos State, Nigeria

Fakoya

Owodeinde

Mekuleyi

et al. 2019

JRRS

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Knowledge of food composition is crucial in the assessment of nutritional quality and potential contribution to recommended nutrient intakes. Fish plays a major role in ensuring food and nutritional security among the poor, vulnerable and rural fishing communities. However, there is paucity of information on the nutritional value of fish species exploited by the artisanal fisheries in Nigeria. The present study was carried out to evaluate (i) the nutritional value in two locally smoked clupeids (Sardinella maderensis and Pellonula leonensis); (ii) each species in relation to recommended nutrient intakes in pre-school children(< 5 years) and elderly (men and women >70 years) and (iii) linkages between nutrient access and intake. Fresh samples were collected from Badagry Creek, smoked using local smoking kiln and analyzed according to AOAC standard method. Data were collected in duplicates and analyzed using t-test. There were significant differences (p < 0.05) in the proximate composition except for crude fibre between the two fish species. The percentage cover of daily recommended intake of phosphorous and calcium from the two species were very low (1. 81-3.7%; 0.023% - 0.0912%) but low to moderate for zinc (2 % - 22.50%) in pre-school children and the elderly. Sequel to the results obtained in this study, the two smoked fish species showed good nutritive qualities for human health despite the low to moderate contents of calcium, zinc and phosphorus contents.

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Small-scale fisheries in the context of traditional post-harvest practice and the quest for food and nutritional security in Nigeria

Cited by 31 publications

References 19 publications

An assessment of post-harvest fish losses and preservation practices in Siavonga district, Southern Zambia

An assessment of post-harvest fish losses and preservation practices in Siavonga district, Southern Zambia

The relationship between forests and freshwater fish consumption in rural Nigeria

Preliminary Assessment of Proximate Composition, Mineral and Energy Contents in Locally Smoked Pellonula Leonensis and Sardinella Maderensis From Badagry Creek, Lagos State, Nigeria

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