Summary:
Technology & innovationAt present, the country has its aquaculture products pegged at 7.5 million tonne of the total fish production of 11 million tonne. If support is extended to us through subsidy, many are willing to go for tuna long-liners,” said A.P. “We want to encourage traditional fishermen from buying tuna long-liners by forming into small groups,” Mr.
Chand said. “Our target is to increase the yield to 15 million tonne by 2021 through use of technology, innovation and an enabling environment. The NFDB has identified tuna as a highly potential species for exports..