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Japan International Cooperation Agency has been cooperating with the Chinquihue Foundation on a project to develop oyster and scallop industries among small-scale fishermen in the 10th Region, Southern Chile since 1997. The principal objective is to establish farming methods viable for the fishermen. A variety of different culture methods have been examined in subtidal and intertidal lease areas. The methods tested were designed for low cost of production and ease of upkeep and handling of stock and equipment. From the beginning, through Aug., 2001 at this writing, several techniques for the Pacific oyster farming have been developed and have already been transferred to the fishermen's associations through the extension staff at the Foundation. Feasibility of farming methods for the Chilean scallop is still under study. These activities will be continued until mid-2002 in order to improve the fishermen's incomes.
