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Seaweed production increased nearly threefold in last decade, says MoS Fisheries Minister George Kurian
29-Jan-2026 - 0 Comments.
Seaweed production in India has increased nearly threefold over the last decade, rising from 18,890 tonnes in 2015 to 74,083 tonnes in 2024, Union Minister of State for Fisheries George Kurian said on Thursday.
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Global experts, investors to attend international seaweed expo and summit in Kochi
22-Jan-2026 - 0 Comments.
Global experts, policymakers, industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will converge for the 7th India International Seaweed Expo & Summit to be held on January 29–30 at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI), Kochi.
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Lakshadweep Matsya Mela turns into celebration of sea, science
12-Jan-2026 - 0 Comments.
Kavaratti island has been immersed in a vibrant festive spirit as a three-day Matsya Mela got underway, drawing hundreds of islanders and visitors into a unique celebration of fisheries, culture, and community life.
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Fremantle Seaweed raises $2.2M seed to cut cattle methane emissions
12-Dec-2025 - 0 Comments.
WA startup Fremantle Seaweed raises $2.176M Seed round to tackle livestock methane, expand aquaculture, and scale asparagopsis solutions.
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CMFRI to hold aquaculture training for fish farmers on Saturday
11-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.
ICAR-CMFRI will conduct a one-day training on sustainable fish farming techniques in Kochi under the PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana, including sessions on mussel, oyster, and cage culture.
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Meghalaya pineapple fest returns for 3rd Delhi edition
30-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
The 3rd Meghalaya Pineapple Fest 2025 comes to Delhi's Dilli Haat, Aug 1-3. Experience Meghalaya's culture, music, and its famed organic Kew pineapples.
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India, Croatia sign MoUs to boost agriculture ties
20-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
India and Croatia signed key MoUs during PM Modi’s landmark visit to enhance cooperation in agriculture, culture, and connectivity.
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Seaweed farming a promising venture in fisheries, says George Kurian
11-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Describing seaweed farming as a promising venture in the fisheries sector, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying George Kurian has said that it presents a significant livelihood opportunity for the coastal population, especially women.
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Seaweed: A Sustainable and Versatile Crop for Aquaculture
04-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
Seaweed, often referred to as "the crop of the sea," is gaining recognition as a sustainable and versatile resource with significant potential in aquaculture.
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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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The Golden Goddess: Exploring the Top Ten Turmeric Varieties in India
11-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
Turmeric, the vibrant golden spice revered for its culinary and medicinal properties, holds a special place in Indian culture. With a diverse landscape and rich agricultural heritage, India boasts numerous turmeric varieties, each with unique characteristics and benefits.
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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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Accessibility of gene editing technology to diversify food basket, says Dr Ratna Kumria of Alliance for Agri Innovation
28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.
Agriculture is not only the main occupation for about 45 percent of the global population but the only means of livelihood for many. Its integral not only to rural economy but also to our culture and traditions. Even though agriculture feeds and clothes the world, in its current form it is not a very sustainable activity.
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Seaweed Farming Entrepreneurship by Cooperatives booklet released
25-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
A booklet providing an overview of the challenges and opportunities in the ‘Seaweed Farming Entrepreneurship by Cooperatives’ was released here on Tuesday by Parshottam Rupala, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India at an event in the presence of Sundeep Kumar Nayak, Managing Director, NCDC and Jatindra Nath Swain, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India.
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Superstar seaweed produces world’s first lower-emissions steaks
25-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The company driving the commercialization of the Asparagopsis seaweed livestock ingredient has hit a major milestone, applying the technology in a commercial feedlot and delivering the world’s first lower-methane steaks thanks to the superstar seaweed.
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CMFRI draft National Mariculture Policy, moots Mariculture Zones in Sea
05-Oct-2018 - 0 Comments.
A draft national policy on mariculture has mooted mariculture zones by demarcating special areas in the sea for different mariculture activities such as cage farming, bivalve farming, pen culture, seaweed culture, hatcheries and nurseries based on scientific criteria
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Waste Decomposer for the Development of Organic Farming
24-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
NCOF launched waste decomposer culture in 2015 which is proving as miracle all over the country. It is used for quick composting from organic waste, soil health improvement and as plant protection agent. It is a consortium of micro organism extracted from desi cow dung
