35 research outputs found
Demonstration of ornamental fish farming in a coastal village
Ornamental fish farming has great potential for
income generation among the rural and urban
communities. With a view to make a beginning in
this direction, the Central Marine Fisheries
Research Institute has been demonstrating the
methods of homestead production of selected
groups of aquarium fishes to the inland fish farmers
of Chellanam, a coastal village near Cochin adopted
by the Institute for promoting various fisheries
activities and the details are reported in this
communication
Economic perspective of trader's discounts and other reductions in marine fish marketing in Kerala
The finfish export from the country witnessed
remarkable progress in the late 90s due to the
reduction in the catch rates of export oriented items
such as shrimps and cephalopods. The less stringent
quality control measures in major importing
countries promoted the exports of finfishes which
helped the exporters to bridge the gap in capacity
deficiencies and attain scale economies. There was
a boost in the exports of low value pelagics such as
oil sardines and mackerels due to increase in the
purchase prices of high value finfishes such as
pomfrets, seerfishes and ribbon fishes
Short stint night fish markets in Kerala: A case study
Night markets of short stints (mostly one to two
hours) are found to exist mostly in the landlocked
regions of Kottayam and Idukki districts in Kerala.
These markets offer sizeable fish trade with arrivals
from different coastal states. There exist
“identified” traders and possess “dedicated” roads
for the timely disposal of the fish in the shortest
time possible. The functioning and performance
appraisal of the two prominent short stint night
markets in Ernakulam district viz., Perumbavoor and
Muvattupuzha was studied
Assessment of socio-economic impact of mud bank fisheries along Punnapra, Kerala
Mud banks are unique formations which are characteristic to the south west coast of India and it
commensurates with the fishing holidays or closed season in fisheries. The fishermen who are devoid of
fishing activities during the monsoon ban period gets to huge amount of shoals finds this as an
opportunity to gain the sole income. The fishing operations in the mudbank area are done at a lower
depth, and hence the fishing costs tend to remain significantly low leading to huge profitability and
increased returns. A cost benefit study related to mudbank fisheries was conducted in Punnapra of
Alappuzha district, Kerala during 2014 and 2015 among non-motorized, motorized and mechanised
sector. In spite of a slight increase in the fisheries landings during 2015 compared to 2014 it did not
reflect in the income gained by the fishermen. The difference in income was mainly due to the changes in
fish composition during these periods. Many fisheries operations face economic difficulties as a result of
high fuel prices and low income
Economic Analysis on the Hatchery Technology and growout of Pearl Spot (Etroplus suratensis)
“Karimeen’’, which is also known as 'Peari spot fish’, is one of the most
important fish species in Kerala. Even though it was officially announced as
the 'State Fish of Kerala' in only the year 2010, karimeen is the most
influential fish in the lifestyle of Kerala. Karimeen is highly nutritive as food.
Pearl spots have the special ability to live equally in both pure and saline
waters. They are mainly found in rivers, ponds, farm fields, canals and
estuaries. Karnataka and Orissa are the other major states in India, where
karimeen is found. Due to the favouring geographical conditions of the
coastlines in Kerala, almost 10 per cent of the local freshwater fish found in
Kerala are karimeen. With its increasing demand, the price of the fish variety
is also soaring. Apart from the growing demand from local market and
domestic tourism sector, the fish is also exported in large quantity to foreign
markets as well. Though, Kerala produces 2000 tonnes of Karimeen
annually, it is not sufficient to meet the rising demand for 'Kerala Karimeen'
inside and outside the state. This paper presents the different package of
practices of karimeen farming and analyses the economics of the pearl spot
hatchery technology and farming in cages and farms involving monoculture
and polyculture. The analysis in d ic a te s the economic viability of pearl spot as
a candidate species for farming in Kerala, which could provide alternate
vocation and good remuneration to the fishers
Fish Marketing - A Market Structure Analysis of Kozhikode and Alappuzha districts
The analysis of the three major fish markets of
Kozhikode district suggests the need for improved
marketing infrastructure. The major problems and
constraints which affects the proper working of the
markets highlighted indicates the need for
governmental interventions in providing
infrastructure to improve fish trade in the major fish
markets of Kozhikode. The market structure analysis
of major fish markets of Alappuzha indicate that there
is significant fish trade which caters to the demand
for fish in the nearby towns and cities. However lack
of appropriate infrastructure and inadequate
amenities are limiting factors in fish trade in these
markets
Role of Self Help Groups on coastal indebtedness in marine fisheries sector – a case study from Kerala, south India
The Self Help Groups (SHGs) mobilised in marine fisheries sector play pivotal role in reducing the indebtedness among
marine fisherfolk. An effort is made in the present paper to assess the extent of indebtedness among marine fisherfolk
in various sectors and to assess the role of SHGs on coastal rural indebtedness. The study was carried out in northern,
central and southern coastal belts of Kerala State. Situational analysis was done through Participatory Learning and Action
(PLA) in the selected locations in the above mentioned zones of Kerala and the sample respondents were selected from
mechanised, motorised, traditional, secondary, tertiary and mariculture sectors. Data were collected through personal
interview from members of 12 selected SHGs and nonmembers in these sectors comprising a total of 600 respondents.
The level of indebtedness of members of SHGs was less compared to the nonmembers. Even if indebtedness was more in
certain cases, the repayment capacity was found to be significantly improved in SHGs. There is an extreme necessity of
strengthening the SHG ventures in the traditional, secondary and tertiary sectors in the state. It was also found that the SHGs
ranked better in most of the major attributes in the perception of stakeholders. A comparative assessment of the sources of
credit, the purposes of credit and the utilisation pattern of loans in the state also was undertaken to draw valid conclusions.
Successful microfinance ventures documented can be used as a practical manual for mobilising SHGs in any key areas on
a sustainable basis
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Not AvailableNight markets of short stints (mostly one to two
hours) are found to exist mostly in the landlocked
regions of Kottayam and Idukki districts in Kerala.
These markets offer sizeable fish trade with arrivals
from different coastal states. There exist
“identified” traders and possess “dedicated” roads
for the timely disposal of the fish in the shortest
time possible. The functioning and performance
appraisal of the two prominent short stint night
markets in Ernakulam district viz., Perumbavoor and
Muvattupuzha was studied.Not Availabl
സമുദ്ര സമ്പത്ത് समुद्र के सौभाग्य Marine Bonanza
സമുദ്ര സമ്പത്ത് समुद्र के सौभाग्
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Not AvailableOrnamental fish farming has great potential for
income generation among the rural and urban
communities. With a view to make a beginning in
this direction, the Central Marine Fisheries
Research Institute has been demonstrating the
methods of homestead production of selected
groups of aquarium fishes to the inland fish farmers
of Chellanam, a coastal village near Cochin adopted
by the Institute for promoting various fisheries
activities and the details are reported in this
communication.Not Availabl