In the existing sampling methodology, the interest is to
estimate gear-wise, species-wise landings for the state in a
month, fishing effort according to different types of fishing
boats and also in terms of man hours. The analysis is carried
out at CMFRI headquarters. Before the data is processed for
analysis it will be ensured that the data collection is made
as per the approved schedule, by checking the appropriate
proforma. The responsibilities and functions of staff at the
headquarters are data coding, estimation and database
management. The data analysis is computerised and
estimates are made using the software developed by the
Fishery Resources Assessment Division of the Institute. The
processed data are again counter- checked for errors. When
discrepancies are detected, the estimation procedure is
scrutinised in detail
