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Mint
11-08-2025
- Business
- Mint
Govt asks seafood exporters to explore new markets amid US tariff hike
New Delhi, Aug 11 (PTI) The government on Monday asked seafood exporters to "bravely face" the current challenge of high US tariffs and explore alternative markets to ship shrimps and other fish varieties. Addressing a press conference, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh said alternative markets are available for India's seafood exports. "The EU, Japan, South Korea, UK, Russia, Australia, West Asia, South East Asia and many countries are available for export of Indian seafoods," he said. "We have asked them (exporters) to face the current challenge bravely. There are alternative markets available... Where there is a will, there is a way," Singh added. The minister emphasised the need for improving value addition and packaging before reaching other markets. "We have told them that before reaching other markets, there is a need to improve value addition and packing. We have asked to work in this direction," he noted. Singh also asked exporters to take advantage of the Fishery Infrastructure Development Fund to upgrade and strengthen value-addition, processing and packaging facilities. To address export concerns, the Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has been asked to meet exporters in four major producing states and help them prepare for new markets. The minister said MPEDA will help identify specific fish varieties, value addition, and modernising processing and packing infrastructure. "We had a fruitful meeting. Some positive suggestions were made," the minister said. Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying S P Singh Baghel and George Kurian, and Fisheries Secretary Abhilaksh Likhi were also present. When asked if exporters demanded a financial package to tide over the current difficult situation, Singh said: "A few days back, the Prime Minister had clearly said that we will not compromise on the interest of farmers. All exporters said they side with the PM on this issue and accept the challenge and look for new avenues." Exporters have identified new markets and have started exploring them, he said. More than 50 individual exporters and representatives of key fish-growing states attended the meeting. The minister said exporters have made certain suggestions to be included in the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during the 16th Finance Commission. He said the government has come out with draft guidelines on fishing in high seas and Exclusive Economic Zones, and sought public comments within a month. "This will harness fisheries, especially tuna fish in Lakshadweep islands and Andaman and Nicobar and give a further boost to India's export," he added.
Economic Times
11-08-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Govt asks seafood exporters to explore new markets amid US tariff hike
New Delhi: The government on Monday asked seafood exporters to "bravely face" the current challenge of high US tariffs and explore alternative markets to ship shrimps and other fish varieties. Addressing a press conference, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh said alternative markets are available for India's seafood exports. "The EU, Japan, South Korea, UK, Russia, Australia, West Asia, South East Asia and many countries are available for export of Indian seafoods," he said. "We have asked them (exporters) to face the current challenge bravely. There are alternative markets available... Where there is a will, there is a way," Singh added. The minister emphasised the need for improving value addition and packaging before reaching other markets. "We have told them that before reaching other markets, there is a need to improve value addition and packing. We have asked to work in this direction," he noted. Singh also asked exporters to take advantage of the Fishery Infrastructure Development Fund to upgrade and strengthen value-addition, processing and packaging facilities. To address export concerns, the Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has been asked to meet exporters in four major producing states and help them prepare for new markets. The minister said MPEDA will help identify specific fish varieties, value addition, and modernising processing and packing infrastructure. "We had a fruitful meeting. Some positive suggestions were made," the minister said. Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying S P Singh Baghel and George Kurian, and Fisheries Secretary Abhilaksh Likhi were also present. When asked if exporters demanded a financial package to tide over the current difficult situation, Singh said: "A few days back, the Prime Minister had clearly said that we will not compromise on the interest of farmers. All exporters said they side with the PM on this issue and accept the challenge and look for new avenues." Exporters have identified new markets and have started exploring them, he said. More than 50 individual exporters and representatives of key fish-growing states attended the meeting. The minister said exporters have made certain suggestions to be included in the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during the 16th Finance Commission. He said the government has come out with draft guidelines on fishing in high seas and Exclusive Economic Zones, and sought public comments within a month. "This will harness fisheries, especially tuna fish in Lakshadweep islands and Andaman and Nicobar and give a further boost to India's export," he added. Last week, the US further increased reciprocal tariffs from 25 per cent to up to 50 per cent on Indian goods.
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Business Standard
11-08-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Govt asks seafood exporters to explore alternative mkts amid US tariff hike
The government on Monday asked seafood exporters to "bravely face" the current challenge of high US tariffs and explore alternative markets to ship shrimps and other fish varieties. Addressing a press conference, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh said alternative markets are available for India's seafood exports. "The EU, Japan, South Korea, UK, Russia, Australia, West Asia, South East Asia and many countries are available for export of Indian seafoods," he said. "We have asked them (exporters) to face the current challenge bravely. There are alternative markets available... Where there is a will, there is a way," Singh added. The minister emphasised the need for improving value addition and packaging before reaching other markets. "We have told them that before reaching other markets, there is a need to improve value addition and packing. We have asked to work in this direction," he noted. Singh also asked exporters to take advantage of the Fishery Infrastructure Development Fund to upgrade and strengthen value-addition, processing and packaging facilities. To address export concerns, the Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has been asked to meet exporters in four major producing states and help them prepare for new markets. The minister said MPEDA will help identify specific fish varieties, value addition, and modernising processing and packing infrastructure. "We had a fruitful meeting. Some positive suggestions were made," the minister said. Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying S P Singh Baghel and George Kurian, and Fisheries Secretary Abhilaksh Likhi were also present. When asked if exporters demanded a financial package to tide over the current difficult situation, Singh said: "A few days back, the Prime Minister had clearly said that we will not compromise on the interest of farmers. All exporters said they side with the PM on this issue and accept the challenge and look for new avenues." Exporters have identified new markets and have started exploring them, he said. More than 50 individual exporters and representatives of key fish-growing states attended the meeting. The minister said exporters have made certain suggestions to be included in the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during the 16th Finance Commission. He said the government has come out with draft guidelines on fishing in high seas and Exclusive Economic Zones, and sought public comments within a month. "This will harness fisheries, especially tuna fish in Lakshadweep islands and Andaman and Nicobar and give a further boost to India's export," he added. Last week, the US further increased reciprocal tariffs from 25 per cent to up to 50 per cent on Indian goods.
News18
11-08-2025
- Business
- News18
Govt asks seafood exporters to explore new markets amid US tariff hike
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Aug 11 (PTI) The government on Monday asked seafood exporters to 'bravely face" the current challenge of high US tariffs and explore alternative markets to ship shrimps and other fish varieties. Addressing a press conference, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh said alternative markets are available for India's seafood exports. 'The EU, Japan, South Korea, UK, Russia, Australia, West Asia, South East Asia and many countries are available for export of Indian seafoods," he said. 'We have asked them (exporters) to face the current challenge bravely. There are alternative markets available… Where there is a will, there is a way," Singh added. The minister emphasised the need for improving value addition and packaging before reaching other markets. 'We have told them that before reaching other markets, there is a need to improve value addition and packing. We have asked to work in this direction," he noted. Singh also asked exporters to take advantage of the Fishery Infrastructure Development Fund to upgrade and strengthen value-addition, processing and packaging facilities. To address export concerns, the Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA) has been asked to meet exporters in four major producing states and help them prepare for new markets. The minister said MPEDA will help identify specific fish varieties, value addition, and modernising processing and packing infrastructure. 'We had a fruitful meeting. Some positive suggestions were made," the minister said. Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying S P Singh Baghel and George Kurian, and Fisheries Secretary Abhilaksh Likhi were also present. When asked if exporters demanded a financial package to tide over the current difficult situation, Singh said: 'A few days back, the Prime Minister had clearly said that we will not compromise on the interest of farmers. All exporters said they side with the PM on this issue and accept the challenge and look for new avenues." Exporters have identified new markets and have started exploring them, he said. More than 50 individual exporters and representatives of key fish-growing states attended the meeting. The minister said exporters have made certain suggestions to be included in the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during the 16th Finance Commission. He said the government has come out with draft guidelines on fishing in high seas and Exclusive Economic Zones, and sought public comments within a month. 'This will harness fisheries, especially tuna fish in Lakshadweep islands and Andaman and Nicobar and give a further boost to India's export," he added. Last week, the US further increased reciprocal tariffs from 25 per cent to up to 50 per cent on Indian goods. PTI LUX LUX DR DR view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 16:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Scoop
15-06-2025
- General
- Scoop
Work Of Voluntary Fishery Officers Crucial To Ensuring Plenty Of Fish For The Future
The work of Honorary Fishery Officers (HFOs) is crucial for protecting our shared fisheries resources and this week they're among the many volunteers being recognised during National Volunteer Week. HFOs support Fisheries New Zealand Fishery Officers by carrying out around 40% of recreational compliance work throughout the country. 'This year's theme, Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together, celebrates how volunteers make their mark throughout communities. We have around 180 HFOs patrolling throughout the country and it is working together that makes the difference on the coasts and on the water,' says Fisheries New Zealand director fisheries compliance, Steve Ham. 'Our HFOs give up their time to provide education and advice on rules, while keeping a close eye on fishing activities in the name of sustainability into the future.' HFOs were first introduced in Auckland in 1967 as a way for people in the community to help get involved in protecting local fisheries from overfishing. 'They're an important part of our work to maintain sustainability for New Zealand's recreational fishers. In one recent example, we got a call to our 0800 4 POACHER hotline from an off-duty Manukau HFO, who reported seeing people gathering cockles from the closed Eastern Beach in Auckland. 'Fishery Officers were able to locate the people and found they had 1348 cockles. They will likely face prosecution, thanks to the work of an HFO.' Following another call on the Poacher hotline – patrolling Manukau HFOs working in the Kawakawa Bay area responded to the report of people gathering oysters at Waitawa Regional Park. The HFOs inspected the boot of a car and the two people in the vehicle were found to have 1,442 oysters. They will likely also face prosecution. 'If your lines are tight while fishing during National Volunteer Week, it might be because of the tireless voluntary work of our HFO network throughout the country who play their part in keeping fisheries sustainable. They're invaluable people and one of the reasons the recreational fishing compliance rate sits at 94% across the country,' says Mr Ham. 'A big part of what they do is talking to people, answering questions, and explaining the rules. If you're new to fishing and come in contact with an HFO, don't be shy, they're there to help.' HFOs contribute a minimum of 100 hours voluntary work a year to looking after recreational fishing areas. They're put through intensive training, wear a uniform, and have a warrant under the Fisheries Act. 'HFOs are front and centre on New Zealand's coastlines, conducting between 11,000 and 14,000 inspections annually in recent years.' 'One of the best things all recreational fishers can do to understand the rules in their area is download the free NZ Fishing Rules mobile app before heading out,' says Steve Ham.
