Follow us:WhatsappFacebookTwitterTelegram.cls-1{fill:#4d4d4d;}.cls-2{fill:#fff;}Google NewsGone are the days when sardines and mackerels were considered the cheapest of fishes. Both these varieties, termed as the popular delicacies of the state, have now found their place in the containers exported to foreign countries, mainly to Southeast Asian nations. According to the Kerala State Boat Operators Association (KSBOA) general secretary Joseph Xavier Kalappurakkal, both these varieties are now being purchased by exporters in large quantities in the post-trawling ban period. “Exporters are now showing interest in purchasing sardines and mackerels, which is a blessing for fishermen as their efforts are now being paid well. Before the trawling ban, the price of sardine was below Rs 30 per kg. Now it remains constant at Rs 70-80 per kg. Similarly, the price of mackerel (largesize) was Rs 80-90 and posttrawling ban, it stands at `100-120,” Xavier said. Sardines are rich in vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium and potassium, apart from a sprinkling of iron and selenium. They are a natural source of marine omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce the occurrence of cardiovascular disorders. According to Xavier, the trade agreement signed by India with ASEAN countries is the reason for the high demand for these species, which had usually been ignored by exporters. “After signing the agreement, trade between these countries has been made easy. Though sardines are found across the Indiancoast, those found in the Arabian Sea, that too from the Kerala coast, are known to be the tastiest,” he said. Mackerel is also a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. “There has been an increased demand for sardine and mackerel from ASEAN countries,” said George Jose of Stargish Exports, Kochi, an exporter of these varieties. At the same time, the price of popular export species such as squid and octopus has fallen.first published:September 05, 2012, 12:23 ISTlast updated:September 05, 2012, 12:23 IST
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Gone are the days when sardines and mackerels were considered the cheapest of fishes. Both these varieties, termed as the popular delicacies of the state, have now found their place in the containers exported to foreign countries, mainly to Southeast Asian nations. According to the Kerala State Boat Operators Association (KSBOA) general secretary Joseph Xavier Kalappurakkal, both these varieties are now being purchased by exporters in large quantities in the post-trawling ban period. “Exporters are now showing interest in purchasing sardines and mackerels, which is a blessing for fishermen as their efforts are now being paid well. Before the trawling ban, the price of sardine was below Rs 30 per kg. Now it remains constant at Rs 70-80 per kg. Similarly, the price of mackerel (largesize) was Rs 80-90 and posttrawling ban, it stands at `100-120,” Xavier said.
Sardines are rich in vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium and potassium, apart from a sprinkling of iron and selenium. They are a natural source of marine omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce the occurrence of cardiovascular disorders. According to Xavier, the trade agreement signed by India with ASEAN countries is the reason for the high demand for these species, which had usually been ignored by exporters. “After signing the agreement, trade between these countries has been made easy. Though sardines are found across the Indian
coast, those found in the Arabian Sea, that too from the Kerala coast, are known to be the tastiest,” he said. Mackerel is also a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. “There has been an increased demand for sardine and mackerel from ASEAN countries,” said George Jose of Stargish Exports, Kochi, an exporter of these varieties. At the same time, the price of popular export species such as squid and octopus has fallen.
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