date:Dec 24, 2012
To ensure value addition to tuna, a fish primarily meant for export, the fishermen were exposed to post harvest technology. Eco-friendly fishing method was highlighted at a programme organised at Tharuvaikulam coast on Wednesday.
Besides adopting the hook and line to catch tuna fish, the fishermen were advised to preserve the catch hygienically. Tuna has a considerable market in Japan, where people consume the raw meat known as Sashimi Grade tuna, according to R. Balasubramanian, Senior Project