Training in Marine Ornamental Farming for Extension Professionals in Micronesia

2011 Annual Report for EW11-001

Project Type: Professional Development Program
Funds awarded in 2011: $51,050.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2015
Region: Western
State: Federated States of Micronesia
Principal Investigator:

Training in Marine Ornamental Farming for Extension Professionals in Micronesia

Summary

The contract for this project was signed on September 22nd, 2011, so work to date is minimal. Planning is underway for the a marine ornamental workshop to be held in Pohnpei in March of 2012. The other activities in this project will take place later in 2012 so no planning is underway yet.

Objectives/Performance Targets

a. One week training for aquaculture professionals and producers at MERIP in Pohnpei.
Progress to date:
• Participants for the workshop have been identified and contacted.
• Dates for the workshop have been set for March 3-9.
• Some materials and supplies have been ordered for the workshop

b. Study tour for 3 MERIP personnel to Majuro and Kosrae to visit existing facilities
Progress to date:
• No work has been done on this activity as it will take place later in 2012

c. Study tour for one individual to the Marine Aquarium Conference of North America
Progress to date:
• No work has been done on this activity as it will take place later in 2012

Accomplishments/Milestones

None to date as the project has just started

Impacts and Contributions/Outcomes

None to date as the project has just started

Collaborators:

Simon Ellis

microellis@gmail.com
Director
MERIP
P.O.Box 1005
Pohnpei, FM 96941
Office Phone: 6913207948