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Minister Saji Cheriyan launches demonstration of hatchery-produced giant trevally farming
08-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) has started a demonstration of giant trevally (vatta) farming, using hatchery-produced seeds from the Vizhinjam centre of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
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From detection of algal blooms to rescue operation, drone technology to revolutionise India’s marine fisheries
07-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
From early detection of algal blooms to precise feed broadcasting in mariculture to rescue operations during emergency situations, drone technology is expected to revolutionise India’s marine fisheries sector.
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CMFRI to offer training on water and sediment analysis
07-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will offer a short-term course on water and sediment analytical techniques with special reference to marine life from November 25 to 29.
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KVK Ernakulam to conduct PMKVY skill development programme
29-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ernakulam of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will conduct a comprehensive skill development programme under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
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CMFRI develops eco-friendly fish feed using black soldier fly larvae
26-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.
In an attempt to promote sustainable aquaculture practices, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has developed eco-friendly fish feed using black soldier fly (BSF) larvae meal.
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Fisheries Ministry designates CMFRI as Centre of Excellence for seaweed cultivation
15-Sep-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Department of Fisheries under the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has designated the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) as a Centre of Excellence for seaweed cultivation.
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Dr Grinson George appointed as new CMFRI Director
04-Aug-2024 - 0 Comments.
Dr Grinson George has assumed charge of the Director of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
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CMFRI inks pact with INCOIS for boosting research on oceanography, fisheries management
14-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
Strengthening efforts for the sustainable utilisation of India’s marine fisheries, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) to collaborate on various research initiatives, including improved fishing advisories.
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Women farmers reap bumper harvest of green mussels
30-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
Women farmers in Moothakunnam and Kottappuram have reaped a bumper harvest of green mussels under the guidance of the ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
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CMFRI’s rapid one-day survey reveals rich diversity of marine species along Kerala coast
27-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a significant move to celebrate the International Biodiversity Day on May 22, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) conducted a one-day rapid marine biodiversity assessment survey to understand marine life along Kerala coast.
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Fishery experts emphasise exploring potential of untapped mesopelagic fishes
26-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
Marine fishery experts have emphasised the need for exploring the immense potential of the under-utilised mesopelagic resources within the Indian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
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CMFRI identifies two new species of needlefish from Indian waters
08-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
Adding two more fishes to the Indian marine biodiversity, researchers at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) have scientifically described two new species of needlefish from Indian waters.
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CMFRI launches mobile app to encourage citizen science initiative in marine fisheries research
18-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has come up with an innovative mobile app ‘MARLIN@CMFRI’ to encourage citizen science initiatives in marine fisheries research.
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CMFRI proposes ‘shark hotspots’ to protect endangered species
20-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has proposed to demarcate "shark hotspots" in Indian waters to implement spatio-temporal fishing regulations, given the declining trend of shark catches.
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Monsoon trawl ban not detrimental to Karikadi prawn resources, reveals CMFRI study
11-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
A new study by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has found that the monsoon trawl ban is not detrimental to kiddi (karikadi) prawn resources.
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CMFRI throws open wonders of marine life
03-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
A large number of people, mostly students, turned out to watch in awe giant fish like the humpead wrasee, whale shark, precious pearls, and more at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on 2 February 2024.
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CMFRI’s sales counter offering farm-fresh products opened to public
28-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has opened to the public a new sales counter offering farm-fresh, quality produce directly sourced from farmer groups within and outside Kerala.
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Know Your Marine Biodiversity’: CMFRI’s lessons for PG students and young researchers
24-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is set to offer lessons on marine biodiversity and environment to postgraduate students, researchers and academicians, recognising its crucial role for ensuring the health of oceans for the well-being of future generations.
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Centre, coastal states team up for harnessing potential of marine fisheries
04-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a crucial move towards ensuring the sustainable growth of India’s marine fisheries, the NITI Aayog is bringing together the Central government and various coastal states under one roof to address critical challenges in the sector and develop a roadmap for a collective approach.
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Ernakulam KVK drives Kerala's millet market growth, promotes healthy millet-fish fusion flavors
25-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is set to facilitate market value chain for millets within Kerala and popularise fusion flavours of millet-fish combo as a balanced diet.
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Millet Matchmaking: CMFRI connects producers & consumers at December Meet (Dec 28-30)
24-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
Aimed at forging direct connections between millet entrepreneurs, consumers and distributors, a buyer-seller meet will be organised during the upcoming Millet-Fish festival to be held at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on December 28-30.
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KVK’s millet-fish fest to host recipe contest
23-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will organise a recipe contest at the upcoming ‘Millet-Fish’ fest to be held on December 28-30 at CMFRI.
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CMFRI’s two seaweed-based products to hit market soon
21-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has commercialised patent protected technologies of two seaweed-based nutraceutical products: one to boost anti-viral immunity and the other to combat high cholesterol or dyslipidemia.
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CMFRI identifies two more seer fishes from Indian waters
14-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.
In a breakthrough in the marine fisheries sector, the researchers of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) have identified two more species of seer fish, the most sought-after high-value marine fish.
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BOBP Calls for Regional Cooperation in Bay of Bengal
22-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) has sought greater research cooperation among the member countries as climate change is taking a toll on marine fisheries of the Bay of Bengal region.
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CMFRI Urges Climate-Smart Villages for Coastal Risks
22-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
In view of a barrage of challenges from flooding to shoreline changes to disease outbreaks posing serious threat to the coastal lives, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has suggested climate smart villages to check the risks in the region.
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Scientists warn of climate crisis threatening marine life as Asian countries face high risk
18-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
A global consortium of marine biologists has warned that climate change is devastating marine life, threatening Asian countries the most.
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From flooding to shoreline changes to disease outbreak: Coastal Lives hit hard due to climate change, say experts
18-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
From flooding to shoreline changes to disease outbreak, a barrage of challenges is posing a serious threat to the coastal lives. A brainstorming session on India’s preparedness for adapting to climate change in marine fisheries, held at the ongoing international climate conclave on marine fisheries, has underlined that coastal communities are the most vulnerable to climate change.
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Marine Mammal Conservation: A Key Factor in India's Seafood Exports
16-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
Discover the critical role of marine mammal conservation in India's seafood exports. Learn how compliance with the US Marine Mammal Protection Act is vital for preserving livelihoods and the environment.
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CMFRI to provide technical support for strengthening sustainable harvest of selected trawl fishery of Kerala
25-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.
In a major attempt to boost seafood export from India, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will provide technical backstopping for strengthening the sustainable harvest of 11 selected shrimp and cephalopod trawl fishery resources of Kerala, following a request from the Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI).
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Mariculture offers bright business prospect for India’s coastal region: CMFRI study
28-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.
Mariculture has emerged as a promising business opportunity for India’s coastal regions, offering decent income to the coastal people even as extreme weather events like cyclones are leading to the reduction of fishing days every year, according to a new study by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
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Unreasonably high standards a concern for exporters, says official
20-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
Certain countries have set “unreasonably high” standards for import of commodities as part of precautionary norms, causing concern for marine exporters from developing nations and raising the cost of production manifold, according to a top government official.
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IISS ends, boosting prospects of leap in marine products
17-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
Hosting 370 business meets that promise a huge leap in the marine products, the India International Seafood Show (IISS) in the city concluded on Friday, bolstering the government’s aim to double seafood exports by 2025 amid warm responses from buyers and exporters at the three-day event.
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China lifts suspension of 99 Indian seafood-processing export units
17-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
China has lifted suspension of 99 Indian seafood-processing and exporting units, after acknowledging New Delhi’s assurance over source control, setting the stage for a boost in the bilateral trade of marine products.
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Innovation, eco-friendly technologies draw visitors at India International Seafood Show expo
16-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
India today demonstrated its prowess in seafood technology by showcasing latest advancements, ranging from a web-based software that caters to all activities of marine products business to energy-efficient and eco-friendly equipment, at the 23rd edition of the three-day India International Seafood Show (IISS) that commenced in the city today.
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MPEDA to hold a conference on seafood regulatory harmonisation among G-20 countries
12-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
Seeking to make deeper inroads in the seafood market of Europe, the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) will hold a conference on the harmonisation of regulations for seafood among G-20 countries in July this year.
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ICAR-CMFRI releases 500,000 hatchery-produced pearl oyster spat in Gulf of Mannar
19-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.
Tuticorin Regional Station of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) sea-ranched 500,000 hatchery-produced pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata) spat of 5 mm size in select areas in the Gulf of Mannar on 15 September 2022.
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CMFRI wins national recognition; bags two ICAR Awards
15-Jul-2022 - 0 Comments.
The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has won national recognition with the institute bagging two national-level awards instituted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
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ICAR director Dr Gopalakrishnan receives VASVIK Industrial Research Award
25-May-2022 - 0 Comments.
Dr A Gopalakrishnan, Director of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has won the prestigious VASVIK (Vividhlaxi Audyogik Samshodhan Vikas Kendra) Industrial Research Award for the year 2020 in the category of Agricultural Sciences and Technology.
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Ambuja Cements support farmers, to procure biomass fuel for its plants
09-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.
Burning crop residue after harvesting is detrimental to soil health and has a negative economic impact on farmers and local communities. Additionally, this also contributes to air pollution and aids the challenges posed by climate change.
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MPEDA enters 50th year of its existence; launches year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations
25-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) ushered into its 50th year of eventful and glorious existence by launching year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations, the first of its kind in the history of the organisation making way for the participation of hundreds, including pensioners, exporters and all its regional divisions and societies, through virtual platform.
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India's seafood exports down 10.88% at 1.14 MT during 2020-21
02-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
The COVID pandemic and sluggish overseas markets cast their shadow over India’s resurgent seafood sector as the country exported 1.149 million tonne (11,49,341 metric tonne) of marine products worth INR 43,717.26 crore (US$ 5.96 billion) during FY 2020-21, registering a contraction of 10.88 per cent in volume as compared to a year earlier.
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CIBA develops captive breeding, seed production technology for Mangrove Red Snapper
31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
In a major breakthrough that would give a fillip to the diversification of brackishwater aquaculture, the ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai has succeeded in developing captive broodstock and seed production technology of another marine fish Mangrove Red Snapper for the first time in India.
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CMFRI publishes online directory of fish-landing centers' close to COVID 19 hotspots
08-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute has launched an online database using the geographic information system to assist local authorities in the southern state of Kerala in their management of the fisheries sector during the COVID 19 pandemic.
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CMFRI discuss concerns on data gap in shark trade
24-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.
A four-day global expert meeting on shark trade got underway at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Wednesday with a call to address deep knowledge gaps and support managers in management of existing shark and ray fishery across the globe
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CMFRI launches project to develop online platform for fish marketing
22-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.
In a major initiative that is beneficial to the fish producers, consumers, traders and processors in the country, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has launched a research project for developing an online platform in order to facilitate effective fish marketing systems
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India’s marine fish production down by 9%, sharp drop in oil sardine catch
13-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.
The catch of oil sardine from the Indian coasts suffered a sharp decline of 54% as the fish fell down to 9th position from the first spot, according to India’s marine fish landing estimates for the year 2018
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Ernakulam KVK launches farm service centre to support farmers
11-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.
In an effort to combat shortage of skilled labour for farming activities in the district, the Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) of the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has launched a farm service centre equipped with a wide range of farm machineries and equipments to offer paid services in all kinds of farm initiatives
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After setback in floods, farmers reap bumper harvest of mussels this time
29-May-2019 - 0 Comments.
After a major setback in the last year’s flood, farmers in Moothakunnam in Ernakulam district have had a bumper harvest of mussels under the guidance of Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute
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CMFRI develops product from seaweeds for hypertension
28-May-2019 - 0 Comments.
In a major development in utilizing the medicinal prospects of marine organisms, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has now come up with a nutraceutical product from sea to combat hypertension
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Ernakulam KVK launches drip irrigation kit for vegetable growers
12-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.
The drip irrigation kit—IrrigateEasy— developed by Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) of the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is ready for sale at its sales counter at CMFRI
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CMFRI expands to Lakshadweep
08-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.
The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) expanded its wings to Lakshadweep islands with the institute taking over administrative control of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) situated at Kavarathi Island
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CMFRI joins hands with Korampadam Co-operative Bank to promote cage fish farming
01-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.
In a major effort which is beneficial to hundreds of families in Kadamakkudy panchayat, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has partnered with the Korampadam Service Co-operative Bank, Kothad to promote cage fish farming in the backwaters of the panchayat
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Giant-sized Napoleon Wrasse Draws Visitors’ Attention at CMFRI Exhibition
12-Feb-2019 - 0 Comments.
Napoleon wrasse, one of the world’s biggest reef fishes, got center of attraction in an exhibition of marine life held at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) recently.
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CMFRI organizes international workshop for Afro-Asian countries
15-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
An international workshop on fisheries and aquaculture got underway at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Tuesday with a call to formulate game-changing policies to develop the fisheries sector in Afro-Asian countries.
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CMFRI inks pact with Maharaja’s for marine fisheries research
11-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
In a move to strengthen research networks in marine biodiversity and allied areas, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has inked a pact with Maharaja’s College to carry out collaborative research programmes and to popularise scientific technologies among the public
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Oil Sardine catch may go down during coming years: CMFRI
10-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
The Indian oil sardine stock along the Kerala coasts is likely to suffer a major setback during the coming years, according to the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
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Mariculture Policy: Traditional Fishermen to be Given Priority
19-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.
A stakeholder meeting held at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Saturday here has decided to take steps to address the concern of fishermen towards the draft national mariculture policy. As part of this, the draft will be incorporated so as to enable traditional fishermen and their cooperative societies obtaining priority while Mariculture Zones are demarcated in the sea for various mariculture activities
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Scientists told to focus on real science
15-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.
Scientists should focus on real science and its underlying truth while dealing with fisheries research, said Dr A Gopalakrishnan, Director of the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute
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CMFRI launches 500 Cage Fish Farming Units in Kerala
13-Sep-2018 - 0 Comments.
The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Wednesday kick-started a major project that envisages implementing 500 cage fish farming units in Kerala.
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CMFRI Scientist Wins Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Award
30-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.
Dr Kajal Chakraborty, Senior Scientist at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has won the most prestigious Rafi Ahmed Kidwai award for outstanding research in agricultural science for 2017
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Indian marine fish production shows sign of revival as catch increased by 5.6%
28-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.
India’s marine fish production shows a sign of revival with the annual marine fish landings in 2017 registering 5.6% increase compared to the previous year
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CMFRI to increase fish production in Kerala
26-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.
In a major effort to increase the domestic fish production in the state, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will implement a INR 150 million worth project helping fish farmers to launch 500 cage farming units in Kerala
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MSC certification a boon for boosting export value of Indian fisheries
15-Apr-2018 - 0 Comments.
Observing that eco-labelling certification awarded by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is crucial for bolstering export value of Indian fisheries, a panel of stakeholders in marine fisheries sector has decided to take joint efforts to obtain the certification
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MSC certification identified for 10 Indian fisheries
14-Apr-2018 - 0 Comments.
Considering their commercial value in overseas markets, 10 marine fisheries from India have been identified as the targeted fishery for securing the eco-labelling certification of the Marine Stewardship Council
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CMFRI extends support to tribes in cage fish farming
20-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.
Aimed at uplifting the living standards of the tribes, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) extended technical support in cage farming to around 35 tribal families in T V Puram panchayat in Vaikom, Kottayam
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CMFRI to host national conference on marine debris
07-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.
In a major attempt to draw an action plan to control marine debris – one the biggest threats to aquatic ecosystems –, the Marine Biological Association of India (MBAI) will organise a national conference during April 11 and 12 at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute
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MPEDA sets up Quality Control Laboratory in Bhubaneswar
19-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.
A state of the art laboratory to check traces of antibiotics in shrimps and other marine products was formally launched here today
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CMFRI to launch marine natural product against thyroid soon
14-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.
At a time when the healthcare industry is increasingly dependent on marine derived bio-active compounds for various diseases, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will soon launch a natural product from the sea against thyroid disorder
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CMFRI starts programme to boost open sea cage farming
29-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has kick-started a major project for boosting the open sea cage farming in Indian waters, setting a stage for the Blue Revolution.
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IISS: MPEDA, Switzerland's COOP tie up to boost organic aqua farming in India
28-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
In a first-of-its-kind tie-up in India’s marine sector, COOP Cooperative, one of Switzerland's biggest retail and wholesale companies, is partnering the Government of India's Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) to develop export-oriented organic aqua farming in India to cater to the growing demand for organic seafood products across the EU.
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IISS: India to make a plan for doubling marine products exports in next 3 months
27-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
Seafood sector being a very important industry growing in a double digit has caught attention of India commerce ministry.
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IISS: Indian seafood industry to achieve $7.84 BN export target if current growth continues
27-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
Stakeholders from across the Indian seafood industry have voiced their optimism about marine products exports achieving a milestone INR 500 billion ($ 7.84 billion) target in the next few years given the current growth curve and strides made in aquaculture production
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SAFARI Symposium to formulate road map for fisheries development
11-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
In a major attempt to utilise the global expertise for making use of satellite data for the development of India’s marine fisheries sector, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is all set to host the second international symposium on SAFARI
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CMFRI collaborate with ISRO to spot potential fishing zone
22-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.
In a major effort greatly beneficial to the fisher folks in the country, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has joined hands with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to identify Potential Fishing Zone (PFZ), an area in sea
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CMFRI to utilise prospects of satellite technology in fisheries
16-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.
In a major attempt to improve the country’s fisheries sector, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) now focuses on utilizing the satellite data for the favour of India’s marine fisheries
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MPEDA creates database of aqua farmers in Andhra Pradesh
30-Sep-2016 - 0 Comments.
In a major initiative to align the marine industry with the Centre’s ambitious ‘Digital India’ programme, the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has presented to the Andhra Pradesh government a digital list of the state’s farmers in the aqua sector, which would provide spot prices of seafood products in international markets on a real-time basis.
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India will become a marine sector hotspot: MPEDA
30-Sep-2016 - 0 Comments.
The biggest takeaway of the three-day 20th India International Seafood Show (IISS) was total unanimity among all its stakeholders that the country’s seafood exports target of 10 billion US dollars by 2020 was ‘eminently possible’ and India would continue to be a marine sector hotspot, a top official of the industry said.
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India targets marine exports worth $5.6 bn in 2016-17
19-Sep-2016 - 0 Comments.
Marine product exports from India are projected to increase nearly 20% to USD 5.6 billion in 2016-17, particularly with strides in aquaculture diversification, quality control, value addition and improved production infrastructure— all of which will be demonstrated at the upcoming biennial India International Seafood Show (IISS) here next week.
