An analysis of the contribution of fisheries to the economic development of kerala
An analysis of the contribution of fisheries to the economic development of kerala
Date
2007
Authors
Geethalakshmi, V.
Gopal, N.
Nair, V.R.
Unnithan, G.R.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
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Publisher
Society of Fisheries Technologists (India), Cochin
Abstract
Fisheries has been a traditional enterprise in Kerala with a contribution of 1.95% to the NSDP during 2003-04. The state has built an impressive infrastructure both in fish and fish processing sector The sector provides employment to more than one million people either directly or indirectly. This article outlines the impact of fisheries on the development of economy of the state and suggests measures to achieve the targets to ensure a viable fisheries sector.
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Keywords
GSDP, per capita income, foreign exchange, unit value, food security
Citation
Fishery Technology 2007: 44(2), 221-228