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Researchers found that controlled dam pulses and flood magnitudes significantly impact fisheries. The study suggests prolonged drying followed by sudden flooding could increase fish yields by a factor of 3.7, offering a promising solution to sustainable fisheries.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- An unexpected way to boost fishery yields using dams American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) · Dec 7, 2017 · first to report
- Hydropower dams can be managed without an all-or-nothing choice between energy and food Arizona State University · Dec 7, 2017