contain lower levels of radioactivity than coconut crab. The Committee's recorpmendsiicn that the poraletion of coconut crabs be sharply reduced was directed to this end but there was no intent that the crabs be entirely removed from the Atoll. Some reduction occurred during cleanup operations on Bikini Island and coconut crabs ure not now seen there in large numbers. Coconut crabs may te included in the diet when the pop- ulation returns but this recommendation is subject to continuing review. For Pandanus, the Committee recommended removal of two inches of topsoil over an area covered by the crown of mature trees for plantings on Bikini. acceptable. If this is not dome on Bikini, the fruit produced may not te Fruit produced by Pandanus trees planted on Bikini will be analyzed to insure that it is acceptable for food. The Committee has recommended that no precautions are needed on Eneu and coconut crabs found there may be eaten in any quantity. Pardanus may be planted there without soil removal. While the Comnittee's recommendations for achieving lower radiation exposure are all beneficial, there is one very important recommendatior requiring the cooperation and participation of the Bikini people. This concerns insuring an adequately nutritious diet for those Living in the Atoll. Use of a dietary supplement of ‘powdered milk has been suggested which will relieve the calcium deficiency usually associated with the Marshallese diet. ope, Ct ty oe } ‘te frig hee Sgr Oe