Fish Protein Transition in a Coastal Developing Country

Abstract

Paper summary generated by OpenAI: This study investigates the fish protein transition in Ghana, a coastal developing country facing challenges related to overfishing and changing dietary preferences. Utilizing a variant of the Suits Index and an Almost Ideal Demand Systems (AIDS) model, the research reveals that wealthier households allocate a smaller proportion of their protein budget to fish compared to poorer households, indicating a shift in consumption patterns. Additionally, the findings suggest that most alternative animal proteins, except chicken, serve as substitutes for fish, which may have significant environmental implications due to varying ecological footprints. This research highlights the need for sustainable fisheries management and the importance of understanding dietary transitions in the context of economic development.