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    Fishers in post-harvest fisheries sector in India: an assessment of socio-economic status
    (Society of Fisheries Technologists (India), Cochin, India, 2014) Gopal, N.; Jeyanthi, P.; Ashok, A.; Salim, S.S.; Katiha, P.; Krishnan, M.; Barik, N.K.; Kumar, B.G.; Kumar, R.N.; Sathiadas, R.
    This paper presents the results of study carried out during 2009-11, to assess literacy, health and income status of fishers in India with reference to postharvest sector which covered fishers in marketing and processing. The study covered five states and one union territory, covering 11 districts reaching 548 households. About 52.19% of the respondents fell in the age group of 36-55. The average malefemale ratio was 1.03 and 66.61% of the families were in the small family category of 2-4 members. It was observed that the literacy rates among fishers in post-harvest sector in different states ranged from 63.74 to 95.81%. In general, the literacy rates were comparable to the national average. Maternal and child mortality were low in the sample studied and the average birth weight of infants was 2.68 kg. The average monthly income was Rs. 7027.45 with a daily income of Rs. 234.25. About 44.70% of the households had no savings and 47.81% of households were in debt.
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    Impact of Pacific White Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) on Shrimp Production and Seafood Processing in Andhra Pradesh
    (Society of Fisheries Technologists (India), Cochin, India, 2015) Ashok, A.; Murthy, L.N.; Rao, B.M.; Debbarma, J.; Prasad, M.M.; Geethalakshmi, V.; Gopal, N.
    Introduction of new shrimp species Litopenaeus vannamei has brought a sea change in Indian shrimp production and processing industry. Andhra Pradesh is a leading state in cultured shrimp production and the present study investigates the changing trends in cultured shrimp production and its impact on seafood processing of the State. Results of the study showed that 83.6% of the cultured shrimp production in Andhra Pradesh was attributed to L. vannamei. With the increase in production, structural changes became pre-requisite for seafood processing firms and they have incorporated changes such as establishment of additional plants, increasing the capacity utilization of existing plants and installation of more efficient equipments. There was an increase of 37.12% in installed capacity and 53.1% increase in capacity utilization of shrimp processing plants due to increased shrimp production. Spillover effects were visible; employment opportunities and income of the employees increased. Strict implementation of scientific farming techniques and quality management are vital to sustain growth of the industry.
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    Institutional development and efficiency of fishermen cooperatives in marine fisheries: a case study from Kerala
    (Society of Fishery Technologists (India), 2018) Jeyanthi, P.; Chandrasekar, V.; Ashok, A.; Nair, V.R.; Thomas, J.; Jos, K.D.; Gopal, N.
    Fishermen co-operatives have played a significant role in improving the livelihood of millions of fishermen. The extended co-operative services and efficiency of co-operatives over the years make the co-operatives effective. This paper presents the institutional development and efficiency of two fishermen co-operative societies viz., Njarakkal (Society I) and Manassery (Society II) in Ernakulam district, Kerala. It was revealed that there were spatial and temporal differences in institutional development between two societies while delivering co-operative services. From the results of Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), it was found that the mean technical efficiencies estimated using Variable Returns to Scale (VRS) were 96 and 87% in Society I in and Society II respectively. The scale efficiency revealed that the Society II is operating at sub-optimal scale size than Society I. The amount of loan disbursed and repayment, income from fish marketing services were the factors responsible for the efficiency of co-operatives.
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    Stakeholder preference towads conservation of marine mega fauna: olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) (Eschscholtz, 1829) conservation dilemma in Odisha
    (Society of Fisheries Technologists (India), 2019) Ashok, A.; Prakash, R.R.
    Conservation of marine megafauna is a complex issue as it is linked to ecological, socio-economic and political dimensions. Olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) (Eschscholtz, 1829) conservation along Odisha coast is one of such dilemma which often leads to conflict between different stakeholders. Considering the mass nesting status, incidental mortality and fisheries linkages, several legislations to conserve the turtles were evolved from time to time imposing regulation on fishing activities in Odisha coast. The study reviews the scenario for conservation of the turtles along Odisha coast and fishers’ awareness, perception and preferences towards alternate management measures. Study found that 81.58% of the fishermen preferred an alternative conservation scenario either with a reduction in closure time, area closure or both. Even though, they were aware about the need of conservation of marine turtles, it was found to be partial. Adequate research on the ecology, distribution/redistribution and bycatch of olive ridley turtles in Odisha and proper awareness generation with the updated information among the fishers was found to be necessary for ensuring better conservation management. Study on spatial distribution of turtles and its association with the existing fishing grounds in a participatory bottomup approach can help in making targeted conservation measures more effective. Ecological dimension of conservation may be coupled with socio-economic dimensions for a sustainable ecosystem management.