In the picturesque state of Sikkim in northeastern India, a transformative tale of aquaculture success unfolds as Prem Kumar Rai, a 45-year-old farmer, emerges as a trailblazer in rainbow trout farming. Rai’s journey, chronicled through an insightful interview, sheds light on his evolution from cultivating cardamom to becoming a thriving fish farmer, earning accolades and […]
In recent years, India’s shrimp aquaculture landscape has witnessed a shift, with the traditional black tiger shrimp, once a flagship species, making a remarkable comeback. Despite the dominance of the vannamei shrimp in global production, the black tiger shrimp, scientifically known as Penaeus monodon, is gaining renewed attention, thanks to strategic initiatives by the Marine […]
Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, L Murugan, has underscored the crucial role of research and design in upgrading fishing vessels to unlock the potential of sustainable deep-sea fishing. Speaking at the Global Fisheries Conference India 2023 in Ahmedabad, Murugan highlighted the global demand for tuna fish and India’s capacity to […]
Uttar Pradesh’s fisheries sector has undergone a remarkable transformation, propelled by the effective implementation of 31 schemes under the visionary PM Matsya Sampada Yojana. The state, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has witnessed unprecedented progress, securing its position as a frontrunner in the realm of inland fisheries. Minister Sanjay Nishad, the driving […]
New Delhi: The Department of Fisheries in Kerala garnered widespread acclaim at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2023, where it showcased the state’s commitment to sustainable development and the well-being of its fishing communities. Led by Minister Saji Cherian, the department envisions “Blissful fishers and a healthy community.” Renowned as God’s own country, Kerala, […]
The global shrimp market is facing a challenging situation as prices stabilize at “unfavorably low levels,” leading to financial hardships for many farmers. This trend is particularly evident in India, where raw vannamei exports averaged USD 6.32 (EUR 5.80) per kilo in September, marking a significant decline from USD 7.54 (EUR 6.92) in September 2022 […]
In a proactive response to a staggering 20-fold surge in fisheries conflict over the past four decades and a forecasted 23 percent shift in global fish stocks due to climate change, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has unveiled the revolutionary Oceans Futures program. Launched at The Halifax International Security Forum on November 18, the initiative […]
Beneath the surface of the vast global fishing industry lies a dark underbelly of human rights abuses and labor exploitation. A growing body of evidence reveals that forced labor, particularly of Indonesian and Uyghur workers, is rampant in the fishing and processing of seafood destined for American tables.
Tinned seafood, once considered a pantry staple for its convenience and affordability, is now enjoying a resurgence in popularity, thanks to a pandemic-era trend that has introduced Americans to the culinary delights of canned fish.
Job Notification Job Title City Operation Manager – Meat and Seafood Business Company Bask HR Consulting Pvt ltd Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Type On-site Employment Type Full-time Experience Level Mid-Senior level About the Company Bengaluru based meat and seafood company Licious was founded in 2015 by Abhay Hanjura and Vivek Gupta. It is now […]
Job Title Technicians for Shrimp Farms Company AquaBeats Location Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India About the job Aquabeats is focused on developing sustainable seafood and aquaculture supply chains through collaborative efforts. Our goal is to empower aquapreneurs and produce top-notch premium shrimp. We leverage technology and implement data-driven strategies to bring innovation to global aquaculture and […]
Job Notification Quality Assurance Manager (Seafood) Company: Captain Fresh Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Department: Corporate Quality Assurance About Captain Fresh With the aim of delivering the fastest harvest-to-retail, we at Captain Fresh are journeying beyond the horizons to revolutionise the B2B and B2B2C seafood marketplace and supply chain. We do this by leveraging AI, ML, […]
In the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, fishermen are adapting to modern challenges with ancient wisdom by embracing smartphone apps to map their ancestral lands. Official government maps may showcase roads, power stations, and lighthouses, but they often overlook the cherished spots where generations of fishermen have conducted their maritime rituals. Fearing industrial encroachment […]
In a significant move, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Parshottam Rupala announced the extension of the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme to fishermen on November 16. Originally designed for farmers, the KCC scheme provides tailored financial support through credit cards to address agricultural needs. By broadening its scope to include fishermen, the […]
In a notable surge, India’s exports to the Nordic-Baltic region have witnessed a remarkable 39% increase from 2018-19 to 2022-23, according to Union Commerce Minister Shri Piyush Goyal. Addressing the CII India Nordic-Baltic Business Conclave 2023 in New Delhi, Goyal welcomed companies from the Nordic-Baltic region to invest in India, emphasizing the potential for setting […]
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