Chennai to host high-level FAO regional workshop on aquatic food value chains from Tuesday
India’s experiences and innovations ranging from mariculture advancements to post harvest loss reduction will be presented at the meet
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Science-Backed Data: India’s Shield Against Global Trade Barriers in Fisheries
“Scientific data is not just for conservation—it is a passport that secures our access to international markets”, says India’s Fisheries Secretary
A Tryst with the Blue Check: India’s Pathway to Sustainable Seafood Export Growth
An Interview with Dr. Ranjit Suseelan, Head (India), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Dr. Ranjit Suseelan was a speaker at a technical session co-hosted by the MSC, SSNI, and SEAI at the World Food India event in New Delhi.
MSC Certification Gaining Momentum in India, Stakeholders Agree Certification Key to Brighter Seafood Export
Experts underscored the critical role of global Marine Stweardship Council (MSC) certification and ecolabelling in safeguarding ocean health and securing India’s access to highly discerning overseas markets.
India’s Marine Research Body to Form committee to Address Fisher Concerns on Shark Fishing
CMFRI proposes a balanced and pragmatic approach in implementing the act, to ensure both biodiversity conservation and the livelihood security of coastal communities
India Demands Climate Justice, Stronger Support for Small-Scale Fisheries at FAO Regional Meet
The principles of climate justice must apply. Those who contributed least to the problem should not be asked to pay the greatest price. In India, the fisheries sector is driven by small-scale fishers who are the defenders of the local economy, food security, nutrition and culture”, the India’s Fisheries Secretary said.
Mounting Climate Risks Endanger Small-Scale Fishers in Bay of Bengal: Report
Chennai, Sept. 18: Small-scale fishers in the Bay of Bengal region face a mounting climate emergency, with extreme weather and warming seas threatening both the lives and livelihoods of small-scale fishermen, according to a report presented at the regional meeting of Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the UN in Chennai. Highlighting the increasing number and…
Women Make Up Nearly Half of India’s Small-Scale Fisheries: Global Study
A total of 4.8 million women engage in small-scale fisheries in the country, accounting for four out of every ten people involved in the sector. Their contributions spread across the value chain, including 27% in pre-harvest such as net-making and boat operation, 18% in harvesting and a significant 55% in post-harvest handling, processing and trade,…
India Targets Global Eco-Labelling for Lakshadweep Tuna Fisheries Using Traditional Fishing Methods
India’s Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh says the move aims to promote the sustainability of these traditional fishing methods, providing market access and premium prices for eco-certified tuna products In a major boost to India’s seafood sector, the Centre has announced plans to secure a global eco-labelling tag for Lakshadweep tuna fisheries using traditional fishing…
FAO to Help India Prepare National Action Plan for Small-Scale Fisheries
Senior Officials and Representatives from India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Maldives to attend at a 3-day High-level Regional Capacity Building Meet in Chennai from Wednesday (Sept 17) Chennai, Sep 15: In the face of growing challenges including climate change, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will help the Bay of Bengal countries,…