Myanmar Integrated rice fish farming suitability model database

The Rice-Fish futures project is a continuation from work initiated by Dubois et al (2019). The project focuses on the development of suitability maps that show the potential for rice-fish/prawn implementation across the Ayeyarwady Delta. Previous iterations of the RFF suitability maps showed the potential for the transformation of 15,700km2 across the Ayeyarwady, supporting improved food security, nutritional security, incomes and employment for the local population. The Rice-fish futures project focuses on the further development of first generation maps to include key socio-economic variables that significantly influence suitability. Additionally, futures maps consider the impact key climatic variables (e.g. temperature change and an increased frequency and severity of storm events) may have on the future viability of rice-fish. To develop the RFF model stakeholder workshops were held to identify indicators of suitability. The database cited within this guide representsthe information that was collected to represent these indicators.