This guide provides an overview of the labyrinth of groups, organizations and institutions in The Netherlands that are engaged in the field of environment and development. It is intended particularly for organizations and persons who are looking for specific information, funds or ways to enhance cooperation and dialogue. B. Rajasekaran and Michael B. Whiteford 1993. Food policy Vol. Harvesting crabs from the bunds of rice fields is one of the several food production systems practised by resource-poor people in rice farming systems in south India.
Local people possess an in- depth knowledge of the crabs and their ecology.
Crabs, in turn, contribute significantly to the protein intake of resource-poor households. This article discusses the impact of crab consumption on food expenditure as well as analysing certain socio-cultural factors which influence the catching and consumption of crabs. Factors threatening the existence of the rice-crab production systems are also enumerated. Finally, policy guidelines to conserve the autochthonous rice-crab production system are suggested. Uly Matzigkeit 1990.