India’s Blue Revolution Takes Center Stage: MPEDA Unveils Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) & Vibrant New Logo
India’s Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is set to launch the inaugural Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) from July 1 to 3, 2025, at the Chennai Trade Centre. This landmark event aims to bring together 150 exhibition stalls and over 2,500 delegates under one roof, marking a significant step in
U.S. Tariff Pause Brings Temporary Relief to Indian Shrimp Exporters
In a significant development for India’s seafood industry, President Donald Trump’s decision to pause a planned 26% tariff on Indian shrimp exports, reducing it to 10% until July 2025, has brought temporary relief to Indian exporters. This move allows India to resume shipments of 35,000–40,000 tonnes of shrimp (2,000 containers)
Indian Seafood Exports Reel Under US Tariffs: Shrimp Industry Faces Crisis
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the seafood industry, the United States has announced reciprocal tariffs on seafood imports from India, specifically targeting shrimp and a range of other marine products. This bold decision, which follows months of trade tensions, has raised questions about the future of global
Indian Seafood Tech Firm Expands with $4.5 Million Investment in Aqua Biologicals
In a significant move to strengthen its position in India’s burgeoning aquaculture sector, AquaConnect, a leading Indian seafood technology company, has announced a $4.5 million (€4.2 million) investment in new research and development (R&D) and production infrastructure in Gujarat. The investment marks a strategic expansion into farm care biologicals, positioning
India’s Billion-Dollar Water Crisis: How Pollution is Sinking Fisheries and Public Health
India’s fishery sector is hemorrhaging $2.2 billion annually due to water pollution from untreated wastewater, according to a groundbreaking study released this week at the World Ocean Summit in Japan. The research, conducted by the ocean health initiative Back to Blue and the Ocean Sewage Alliance, reveals the staggering economic
Indian Seafood Industry Urges Government to Remove 30% Duty on US Shrimp Imports
India’s seafood exporters have launched an urgent appeal for the waiver of a 30% customs duty on shrimp imports from the United States, expressing deep concern that the existing tariff could trigger retaliatory measures from America, potentially damaging India’s dominant position in the global shrimp market. Industry Concerns Over Potential
Can India’s Deep-Sea Fishing Boom Drive ₹1 Lakh Crore in Seafood Exports by 2030? A detailed analysis.
India’s deep-sea fishing initiative has the potential to help achieve the ambitious target of ₹1 lakh crore in seafood exports by 2030, but it’s not guaranteed. Currently, seafood exports stand at ₹60,523 crore, and reaching ₹1 lakh crore means increasing by about ₹39,477 crore over five years. This is a
Innovations in Aquaculture and Marine Biotechnology: Driving Sustainable Growth
New Delhi, India – February 24, 2025 The Aquaculture and Marine Biotechnology program, implemented by the Department of Biotechnology, is at the forefront of enhancing aquaculture production and productivity while harnessing marine resources for valuable products and processes. This program plays a vital role in the agricultural economy by ensuring
World Aquaculture 2025 India: Opportunities, Options, and Optimism
The highly anticipated World Aquaculture 2025 India conference is set to take place in Hyderabad from November 10 to 13, 2025. This prestigious event, part of the World Aquaculture conference series, returns to India after its successful debut in Chennai in 2019. This year’s conference will focus on the broad
India’s Aquaculture Sector: A Boon for Employment and Foreign Exchange Earnings
New Delhi, India – February 23, 2025 The aquaculture sector in India has recently garnered significant government attention due to its potential to generate substantial employment opportunities and contribute to the country’s GDP. The Union Budget 2025 has allocated a record annual budgetary support of ₹2,703.67 crore for the fisheries
14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum Convenes in New Delhi, India
New Delhi, India – February 12-15, 2025 The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF), a triennial scientific forum organized by the Asian Fisheries Society, took place in New Delhi, India, from February 12 to 15, 2025. This event served as a crucial platform for discussing global trends and addressing
Navigating the Regulatory Seas: Challenges and Compliance Issues in India’s Seafood Industry
Explore the key challenges and compliance issues faced by India’s seafood industry, including export regulations, sustainability demands, financial strain on fishers, and environmental compliance concerns.
Embracing Sustainability in Indian Shrimp Farming: A Shift from Traditional to Eco-Friendly Practices
India’s shrimp farming industry, once plagued by environmental degradation and health risks, is undergoing a significant transformation towards sustainability. Traditional shrimp farming methods have historically caused substantial environmental harm, including the destruction of mangrove forests, water pollution, and increased disease outbreaks. However, with the advent of new technologies and regulatory