This research examines the gendered livelihood implications of fisheries management decisions through an exploration of a seasonal ban on fishing. The 45 day closed fishing season on the Eastern coast of India began in 2001 and applies to mechanized boats. While there is existing research on the impact of the...
The significant revenue involved in marine aquarium trade notwithstanding, in developing countries generates gainful employment and alternate livelihood in rural sector to fishers. Despite rich biodiversity of marine ornamental fishes and ideal milieu for expansion of trade the sector remains at infancy. However, absence of primary database on marketing is...
India’s seafood export surged new heights and continued unabated amidst global recession. The exports surpassed 2.85 billion dollars with dynamic geographic and commodity diversifications. Indian economy grew consistently post liberalization with higher purchasing power and consistent demand for food products. The consumption behavior skewed towards protein food with increased fish...