Marine Fisheries of Gujarat: Status and Issues

Authors

  • B.G. Chudasama Dept. of Fish Processing Technology, College of Fisheries Science, Kamdhenu University, Veraval, Gujarat (362 265), India
  • T.H. Dave Dept. of Fisheries Resource Management, College of Fisheries Science, Kamdhenu University, Veraval, Gujarat (362 265), India
  • D.V. Bhola Dept. of Fish Processing Technology, College of Fisheries Science, Kamdhenu University, Veraval, Gujarat (362 265), India

Keywords:

Gujarat, Marine Fisheries, Quality of Seafood, Seafood Processing

Abstract

Fishing has been considered as a livelihood option since time immemorial, for the occupants of the coastal belt in Gujarat, stretching along 1,600 km. Gujarat is continuously leading in the marine fish landings of Indian in the last few years. Gujarat exports 80% of its fish products to both EU and Non-EU countries. Trawl fisheries forms the mainstay of the marine capture fisheries of the state of Gujarat. Despite plenty of opportunities leading issues like overfishing, post-harvest loss, challenging due to climate changes etc. need to consider for sustainable fishery in future.

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Published

2021-10-06

How to Cite

[1]
Chudasama, B. et al. 2021. Marine Fisheries of Gujarat: Status and Issues. Biotica Research Today. 3, 10 (Oct. 2021), 831–833.

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 10 (2021): October, 2021

Section

General Article