Fish diet from Manacapuru Big Lake complex (Amazon): a approach starting from the traditional knowledge

In the Amazon fishing is one of the main economic activities and higher value to traditional riverine communities of the region. Considering this importance is to suppose that the riverine populations have knowledge about fish fauna explores for them, because their forming culture that maintain a strait relationship with natural resources. This study aim to elevate the traditional knowledge of the fishermen from the riverine communities in the Big Lake Complex about the fish alimentary diet caught for commercialization and consumption. This study was realized in the Manacapuru Big Lake Complex through interview jointed with 62 fishermen. The results presents a detailed knowledge about the tambaqui, tucunaré, pacu, acará-açú, curimatã, aruanã, matrinxã, piranha and pirapitinga fish feeding compatible with the laboratory analyzes and with the specifics literature. Finally the traditional ecological knowledge from the fishermen about the fish ecology in the Big Lake must be used as a subsidy study of lakes management, establishing in this way, an information resource for scientific works at the same time to minimize the cost with a long research.

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TRANSFER FİYATLAMA UYGULAMASININ İŞLETME PERFORMANSINA ETKİSİ VE VERGİSEL AÇIDAN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ

Business And Management Studies An International Journal ◽

10.15295/bmij.v1i2.63 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 1 (2) ◽

pp. 187

Author(s):

Serdar KUZU

Keyword(s):

Business Performance ◽

Transfer Pricing ◽

Tax Law ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Tax System ◽

Goods And Services ◽

Tax Legislation ◽

International Transactions ◽

The Cost ◽

The Impact

The size of international trade continues to extend rapidly from day to day as a result of the globalization process. This situation causes an increase in the economic activities of businesses in the trading area. One of the main objectives of the cost system applied in businesses is to be able to monitor the competitors and the changes that can be occured as a result of the developments in the sector. Thus, making cost accounting that is proper according to IAS / IFRS and tax legislation has become one of the strategic targets of the companies in most countries. In this respect, businesses should form their cost and pricing systems according to new regulations. Transfer pricing practice is usefull in setting the most proper price for goods that are subject to the transaction, in evaluating the performance of the responsibility centers of business, and in determining if the inter-departmental pricing system is consistent with targets of the business. The taxing powers of different countries and also the taxing powers of different institutions in a country did not overlap. Because of this reason, bringing new regulations to the tax system has become essential. The transfer pricing practice that has been incorporated into the Turkish Tax System is one of the these regulations. The transfer pricing practice which includes national and international transactions has been included in the Corporate Tax Law and Income Tax Law. The aim of this study is to analyse the impact of goods and services transfer that will occur between departments of businesses on the responsibility center and business performance, and also the impact of transfer pricing practice on the business performance on the basis of tax-related matters. As a result of the study, it can be said that transfer pricing practice has an impact on business performance in terms of both price and tax-related matters.

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Main approaches to estimating the cost of shareholder equity of oil and gas producers

Finance and Credit ◽

10.24891/fc.26.3.685 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 26 (3) ◽

pp. 685-697

Author(s):

O.V. Shimko

Keyword(s):

Oil And Gas ◽

Oil Prices ◽

Minimum Cost ◽

Free Cash Flow ◽

Annual Reports ◽

Comparative Approach ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Advantages And Disadvantages ◽

Oil And Gas Producers ◽

The Cost

Subject. The study analyzes generally accepted approaches to assessing the value of companies on the basis of financial statement data of ExxonMobil, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Occidental Petroleum, Devon Energy, Anadarko Petroleum, EOG Resources, Apache, Marathon Oil, Imperial Oil, Suncor Energy, Husky Energy, Canadian Natural Resources, Royal Dutch Shell, Gazprom, Rosneft, LUKOIL, and others, for 1999—2018. Objectives. The aim is to determine the specifics of using the methods of cost, DFC, and comparative approaches to assessing the value of share capital of oil and gas companies. Methods. The study employs methods of statistical analysis and generalization of materials of scientific articles and official annual reports on the results of financial and economic activities of the largest public oil and gas corporations. Results. Based on the results of a comprehensive analysis, I identified advantages and disadvantages of standard approaches to assessing the value of oil and gas producers. Conclusions. The paper describes pros and cons of the said approaches. For instance, the cost approach is acceptable for assessing the minimum cost of small companies in the industry. The DFC-based approach complicates the reliability of medium-term forecasts for oil prices due to fluctuations in oil prices inherent in the industry, on which the net profit and free cash flow of companies depend to a large extent. The comparative approach enables to quickly determine the range of possible value of the corporation based on transactions data and current market situation.

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Ecological Enlightenment: System Approach

Bibliotekovedenie [Library and Information Science (Russia)] ◽

10.25281/0869-608x-2013-0-4-112-116 ◽

2013 ◽

pp. 112-116

Author(s):

Galina I. Kukatova

Keyword(s):

Environmental Education ◽

Natural Resources ◽

System Approach ◽

Ecological Knowledge ◽

Rational Use

The article is devoted to the problems of protection and rational use of natural resources of the Bryansk region, the environmental education of the population and propaganda of ecological knowledge and the activities of the regional libraries in this area.

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Evaluating the Economic Viability of Agricultural Pellets to Supplement the Current Global Wood Pellets Supply for Bioenergy Production

Energies ◽

10.3390/en14082263 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 14 (8) ◽

pp. 2263

Author(s):

Mahmood Ebadian ◽

Shahab Sokhansanj ◽

David Lee ◽

Alyssa Klein ◽

Lawrence Townley-Smith

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Western Europe ◽

Small Scale ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Wood Pellets ◽

Logistics System ◽

Global Marketplace ◽

Biomass Logistics ◽

Production And Distribution ◽

The Cost

In this study, an inter-continental agricultural pellet supply chain is modeled, and the production cost and price of agricultural pellets are estimated and compared against the recent cost and price of wood pellets in the global marketplace. The inter-continental supply chain is verified and validated using an integration of an interactive mapping application and a simulation platform. The integrated model is applied to a case study in which agricultural pellets are produced in six locations in Canada and shipped and discharged at the three major ports in Western Europe. The cost of agricultural pellets in the six locations is estimated to be in the range of EUR 92–95/tonne (CAD 138–142/tonne), which is comparable with the recent cost of wood pellets produced in small-scale pellet plants (EUR 99–109/tonne). The average agricultural pellet price shipped from the six plants to the three ports in Western Europe is estimated to be in a range of EUR 183–204 (CAD 274–305/tonne), 29–42% more expensive that the average recent price of wood pellets (EUR 143/tonne) at the same ports. There are several potential areas in the agricultural pellet supply chains that can reduce the pellet production and distribution costs in the mid and long terms, making them affordable supplement to the existing wood pellet markets. Potential economic activities generated by the production of pellets in farm communities can be significant. The generated annual revenue in the biomass logistics system in all six locations is estimated to be about CAD 21.80 million. In addition, the logistics equipment fleet needs 176 local operators with a potential annual income of CAD 2.18 million.

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Ichthyological ethnoknowledge of the “piabeiros” from the Amazon region, Brazil

Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine ◽

10.1186/s13002-021-00468-7 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 17 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Daniel da Silva Ladislau ◽

Maiko Willas Soares Ribeiro ◽

Philip Dalbert da Silva Castro ◽

Jackson Pantoja-Lima ◽

Paulo Henrique Rocha Aride ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Fish Species ◽

Local Ecological Knowledge ◽

Middle Part ◽

Ornamental Fish ◽

Ecological Knowledge ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Negro River ◽

Artisanal Fishers ◽

Ecological Aspects

Abstract Background The capture of ornamental fish is one of the main economic activities of riverine families in the Amazon. However, studies regarding the local ecological knowledge of workers in this activity are still incipient. In view of this, we have studied and explored the local ecological knowledge of artisanal fishers who specialize in the capture of fish for the aquarium trade in the middle part of the Negro River basin and investigated issues related to the ecological aspects of the fish species that are targeted by this trade in the region. Methods Therefore, we conducted semi-structured interviews and applied questionnaires to artisanal fishers of ornamental fish (N = 89), from the municipality of Barcelos, from January to April 2016. Results In total, 41 popular names were cited, which correspond to four ethnocategories and 10 families. The main species were Paracheirodon axelrodi (12.5%), Hemigrammus bleheri (8.3%), Ancistrus dolichopterus (6.4%), Symphysodon discus (5.3%), and Potamotrygon motoro (3.8%). According to the fishers, the species of fish known in the region as “piabas” have a preference for living in clusters (28.9%) and carry out migratory movements (26.1%). The diet of local fish species reported by fisheries is diverse, though mainly based on periphyton (42.2%), and the reproductive cycle directly influenced by the period of flooding of rivers in the region (37.6%) Conclusion Our study revealed that the fishers possess information on the ecological aspects of local ornamental fish species, many of which are consistent with scientific literature. The information presented may assist in the decision-making process for the management of local fishery resources and contribute to the resumption of growth and sustainability in the capture of ornamental fish.

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Fire Management in Mount Kenya: A Case Study of Gathiuru Forest Station

Forests ◽

10.3390/f9080481 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 9 (8) ◽

pp. 481 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Kevin Nyongesa ◽

Harald Vacik

Keyword(s):

Fire Management ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Cost Effective ◽

Fire Regimes ◽

Economic Effects ◽

Ecological Knowledge ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Resource Managers ◽

Management Approaches

This paper proposes an Integrated Fire Management (IFM) framework that can be used to support communities and resource managers in finding effective and efficient approaches to prevent damaging fires, as well as to maintain desirable fire regimes in Kenya. Designing and implementing an IFM approach in Kenya calls for a systematic understanding of the various uses of fire and the underlying perceptions and traditional ecological knowledge of the local people. The proposed IFM framework allows different stakeholders to evaluate the risks posed by fires and balance them with their beneficial ecological and economic effects making it easier for them to develop effective fire management approaches. A case study of the proposed IFM framework was conducted in Gathiuru Forest, which that is part of the larger Mt. Kenya Forest Ecosystem. Focus group discussions were held with key resource persons, primary and secondary data on socio-economic activities was studied, fire and weather records were analysed and the current fire management plans were consulted. Questionnaires were used to assess how the IFM is implemented in the Gathiuru Forest Station. The results show that the proposed IFM framework is scalable and can be applied in places with fire-dependent ecosystems as well as in places with fire-sensitive ecosystems in Kenya. The effectiveness of the proposed IFM framework depends on the active participation, formulation and implementation of the IFM activities by the main stakeholder groups (Kenya Forest Service (KFS), Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), and the Community Forest Associations (CFA). The proposed IFM framework helps in implementing cost-effective approaches to prevent damaging fires and maintain desirable fire regimes in Kenya.

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Low-cost air traffic as a determinant of tourism development

Ekonomski izazovi ◽

10.5937/ekoizazov2119043b ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (19) ◽

pp. 43-57

Author(s):

Filip Bugarčić ◽

Marijana Bugarčić

Keyword(s):

Information Technologies ◽

Low Cost ◽

Air Traffic ◽

Air Transport ◽

Passenger Transport ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Doing Business ◽

Global Trend ◽

The Cost ◽

Further Development

Air transport as an organized form of service provision, especially in passenger transport, can be important for increasing the number of foreign tourists. Globalization and the development of information technologies have contributed to the development of the business model of airlines, which has enabled a significant reduction in the cost of air travel and the accelerated development of this industry. Therefore, the emphasis is placed on the global trend of development of low-cost airlines, their way of doing business and the effects they have on the development of tourism. The increase in the number of low-budget airlines has multiple effects on the development of international tourism and passenger transport due to cheaper transport, which is made possible by improving the competitiveness of air transport after its deregulation. In addition, lower prices and a better logistical position can contribute to an increase in the number of foreign tourists and a higher income for this industry, as well as other related economic activities. The aim of this paper is to examine through theoretical and empirical insight whether there is an impact of low-cost airlines on the volume of air traffic and the intensity of passenger transport, with an emphasis on existing literature, as well as empirical confirmation on the example of Serbia. The conducted research has important implications, since in pandemic conditions, further development of low-budget airlines is expected to contribute to the recovery of air traffic and tourism.

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MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS IV DI SDN BABAKAN TAROGONG 5 BANDUNG PADA PEMBELAJARAN IPS MELALUI STRATEGI PEMBELAJARAN PEMECAHAN MASALAH

JURNAL PENDIDIKAN ILMU SOSIAL ◽

10.17509/jpis.v25i2.6198 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 25 (2) ◽

pp. 207

Author(s):

Eros Rosilah Rosilah

Keyword(s):

Social Studies ◽

Natural Resources ◽

Learning Strategies ◽

Economic Activities ◽

Average Value ◽

Technological Advances ◽

Wide Range ◽

Fourth Grade Students ◽

Material Reality ◽

Compulsory Subject

Learning Social Studies (IPS) is a compulsory subject taught. Learning IPS has a very wide range of material. Reality on the ground results of test scores of fourth grade students of SDN Babakan Tarogong 5 in social studies subject of natural resources, economic activity and technological advances in the district / city and province is still very low. This is due to social studies learning not meet minimum completeness, because the strategy used so far have not matched the learning process. The purpose of this study to determine the activities of students in participating in learning by using learning strategies of problem solving. The results of this research has reached the average value of the class.Keyword : Natural resources, economic activities, technological progress.

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Utilization of Non Timber Forest Products by Duyoh Community, Bau District, Sarawak, Malaysia

International Journal of Contemporary Research and Review ◽

10.15520/ijcrr.v10i09.732 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 10 (09) ◽

Author(s):

Arlene Alicia Toaiang ◽

Alexander K Sayok

Keyword(s):

Natural Resources ◽

Traditional Knowledge ◽

Forest Products ◽

Food Preparation ◽

Community Forest ◽

Term Study ◽

Edible Species ◽

Non Timber Forest Products

Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) are natural resources collected from forests apart from timber. The use of NTFPs based on traditional knowledge is widely known among the natives in Borneo including Bidayuh community in Sarawak. An interview was undertaken with the villagers cum vendors at Duyoh Weekend Market along with a brief NTFPs survey at the nearby community forest (CF) recorded 76 NTFPs species belonging to 65 genera from 46 families used by this community. Of these, 64 species or 84.21% were recorded in the nearby forest while 33 species or 43.42% at the village’s Weekend Market. Based on four major uses, more than 68.0% of them were edible or used in food preparation and 27.6% for medicinal purposes. Only 6 species (7.9%) were used for handicrafts, and was considered the least. More than 17% were used for various other purposes including as ornamentals. Among the edible species, majority (54%) were fruits. Most (89.2%) of the edible species were also used for medicinal purposes. Most, if not all, households had collected the NTFPs from the forest, but only close to 20% of the village’s household actually sold these products at the village’s Weekend Market earning an average of RM400 to RM640 per month with higher income during fruiting season (October to December) which can reach RM200 per day. Although majority grew the commonly used plants in their own land, substantial NTFPs (43.4%) sold were collected from the forest. Although this study is very short, at least it gave an idea that NTFPs are being used and its value to the community in terms of income. Thus suggest to have a longer-term study to cover all seasons/periods of the year to understand more on the products being sold and their values. More efforts in conserving the nearby forest is also warranted to ensure a continue supply of NTFPs for sustainable supply for the present and future community use and to supplement their income.

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Socio-Economic Condition of Communities in Resolving Conflicts in the Bukit Tangkiling Conservation Area

Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik ◽

10.22146/jsp.44308 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 150 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Saptawartono Saptawartono ◽

Kumpiady Widen ◽

Hendrik Segah ◽

Yanarita Yanarita

Keyword(s):

Natural Resources ◽

Survey Methods ◽

Simple Random Sampling ◽

Decent Work ◽

Conservation Areas ◽

Conservation Area ◽

The People ◽

The Social ◽

The Cost ◽

The City

The Bukit Tangkiling Conservation Area has great potential for natural resources, including clean water, honey bees, recreation services, and religious services. There is also potential for split stone, which had been mined by the people from the rock hills in the area. The potential utilization of these natural resources trigger conflicts between interests to maintain the function and existence of conservation areas with the interests of using split stone for the community in order to meet the development needs of the city of Palangka Raya and its surrounding regions, at the cost of damaging the existing area. As an input in managing the conservation area Bukit Tangkiling is well implemented, research is needed on the social and economic conditions of the community’s surrounding the area. The research used survey methods and respondents are determined by purposive sampling and simple random sampling, and data analysis was both qualitative and quantitative. The communities around the Bukit Tangkiling conservation area are dominated by productive age (18-56 years), Banturung Village 59.00% and Tangkiling Village 54.97%. The level of education is relatively low, Banturung Village 72.96% and Tangkiling Village 73.29%. Having low education, most of the people have difficulty in finding decent work. Aside from that, most people do not understand the function of the forest or the function of the conservation area and tend to be apathetic about the existence of the Bukit Tangkiling conservation area that must be preserved. For some of these poorly educated people, the work of mining rocks is the best alternative to meeting the economic needs of the household. Income obtained from mining rock ranges from 2-4 million IRD per month.

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