Thai PM Assures Nation on Blackchin Tilapia Spread Control

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed confidence today that the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives would effectively manage the spread of blackchin tilapia, addressing growing concerns about the invasive species. The PM made these comments during a water management meeting at the Royal Irrigation Department in Bangkok's Dusit district.

 

Blackchin tilapia, originally from West Africa, has increasingly posed a threat to Thailand’s aquatic ecosystems. Its rapid reproduction and adaptability to various environments have caused alarm amongst environmentalists and local fishermen. Flooding and water overflows, particularly during the rainy season, risk further dispersing the species into uncharted territories.

 

Srettha outlined how the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has developed a robust strategy to handle the situation. This plan comprises immediate containment efforts, medium-term monitoring, and long-term ecological management. "We are prepared and proactive in our approach to ensure this species does not jeopardise our native biodiversity," he assured.

 

The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of local community involvement and education in combating the spread. Awareness campaigns and training programmes are set to be rolled out, empowering communities to recognise and report sightings of the invasive fish.

 

Dr. Nirat Trakulthong, head of the Ministry’s Department of Fisheries, also attended the meeting, emphasising the collaborative approach between government departments and local authorities. "Our focus is on preventing further spread while assessing the impact on livelihoods and native species," he stated.

 

Environmental experts warn that if left unregulated, blackchin tilapia could outcompete indigenous fish, disrupt local ecosystems, and potentially impact the fishing industry. However, Srettha's address today aimed to calm anxieties by highlighting the government's firm grasp on the issue and their detailed plan to manage it.

 

In summary, while the blackchin tilapia presents a real and present threat, the government’s coordinated efforts appear poised to mitigate its spread and protect Thailand’s rich aquatic diversity.

 

Picture courtesy: NNT

 

-- 2024-08-06

 

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[KannikaP]

Can they not be eaten?

[ChrisY1]

These invasive fish are everywhere.....pretending that someone will "control" things, is just speak! These fish are the main fish species in a pond near our home...someone put them there..they're in every pond!

[spidermike007]

There are so many reasons why any type of assurance from this man is not of a reassuring nature, to the vast majority of people.

 

His $800 million smile might help him to accomplish certain things, but persuasion as a political leader is not one of them. 

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed confidence today that the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives would effectively manage the spread of blackchin tilapia, addressing growing concerns about the invasive species. The PM made these comments during a water management meeting at the Royal Irrigation Department in Bangkok's Dusit district.

That might come back to bite him in the rear-end.

If he's still around that is.

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, KannikaP said:

Can they not be eaten?

Get Lisa over here with one on a stick... that'll solve everything

[dinsdale]

8 hours ago, KannikaP said:

Can they not be eaten?

They can be but they are very bony. Thing is every single Thai would need to eat a thousand a day every day for the next tens years to put a dent in the numbers.

[PETERTHEEATER]

8 hours ago, KannikaP said:

Can they not be eaten?

Yes but they are bony and the flesh is too firm just as their cousins the White Tilapia is bony and too soft. There are better tasting freshwater fish than these. But, they are relatively cheap and a source of protein.

As another member has said, every individual in the nation would have to consume several daily to make a dent in the numbers.

The Government are toying with a plan to release so called Sea Bass (Barramundi?) Into waterways to eat up the Blackchin. Better tasting but is it the right solution?

Mass capture for conversion into fertlliser is another option but.......🙄

[Snackbar]

Same style a Kamala Harris, 3rd grade bs

[Will B Good]

2 minutes ago, Snackbar said:

Same style a Kamala Harris, 3rd grade bs

 

 

Remind me.....how many miles of wall was built by Trump and who paid for them all (all being 15 miles).

 

Now that was some 3rd grade BS

 

 

[dinsdale]

Garbage fish for eating IMO but Thais have no problem. These were taken from the local heavily polluted khlong. 

[Peabody]

Will CP be contributing to the costs to the guv?

[CallumWK]

9 minutes ago, Peabody said:

Will CP be contributing to the costs to the guv?

 

I thought CP was the government

[Middle Aged Grouch]

In many places of the world, various flus are causing havoc amongst the cattle and poultry. Other places it's the fish. But it seems more important for developped nations to spend trillions in feeding wars rather then cleaning the places up.