Marine fisheries development in Tamil Nadu

Sundararaj, V and Selvaraj, P and Jegatheesan, G (1991) Marine fisheries development in Tamil Nadu. CMFRI Bulletin National Symposium on Research and Development in Marine Fisheries Sessions V, VI, VII 1987, 44 (3). pp. 583-593.

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Abstract

Fisheries development is governed by the stock of fishery resources, the level and types of fishing effort and the use of diversified craft and gear. The growing Importance of fishery resources and the level of their exploitation are traced in this paper. The marine capture fisheries account for a substantial proportion of the total fish production in Tamil Nadu. The present level of fish landings, their seasonal variation and the major species groups are brought out. The developmental programme aimed at increasing fish production are reviewed. The need for innovations In and diversification of fishing methods is highlighted. The Impact of investment on fish production is analysed with a time frame of ten years. Basic needs of fisher folk which have a bearing on fisheries development are identified. Technological developments made over the last decade are mentioned with a note on the extent of non-adoption of new technology and the major determinants thereof are pointed out for remedying the situation. Culture practices in suitable areas along the coasts are stressed to provide employment opportunities that step up production. Developments in the preservation and processing of the sea foods are presented and the scope for the establishment of a stable Internal and external market is explored. The state of affairs of marine or coastal fisheries management and suggestions for toning up resource management are stressed. The need for sea ranching and SCUBA diving Is Indicated. The vital feature of training and the nature and areas of extension programmes are also pointed out for ushering In speedier development of the sector.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Marine fisheries development; Tamil Nadu
Subjects:	Marine Fisheries
Divisions:	Contributors
Depositing User:	Arun Surendran
Date Deposited:	04 Oct 2010 06:00
Last Modified:	09 Sep 2015 15:20
URI:	http://eprints.cmfri.org.in/id/eprint/3110

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