Solutions in Focus

Promoting aquaculture for a better preservation of Soariake Marine Protected Area

Soariake MPA, sea cucumber enclosures in Andravona © WCS Madagascar

Soariake MPA,seaweed farmer monitoring © WCS Madagascar

Building blocks

Value chain approach The farming program covers the whole process from production to marketing, including drying (for seaweed) and storage, to ensure that it will provide the expected quality sell the final product at a fair price to ensure their income. Thus, we collaborate with the private sector through a “village farmer approach”. Technical support During the implementation phase, the private sectors provide technicians to each village to support local community during the implementation and management of the farm. Each village has its sea cucumber technician or seaweed technician depending on the available industry in the village. Co-management of Soariake MPA Soariake is an IUCN category VI MPA, that aims at protecting natural ecosystems while allowing the sustainable use of natural resources. Community involvement in the management of the MPA is key to build a local ownership, one pillar to warrant sustainability of on ground activities.

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