White Paper & Gap Analysis
In-depth white papers analyzing policy, technology, and research gaps in the marine sector.
Seaweed Farming in India: From Growth Barriers to Strategic Pathways for a Sustainable Future.
This study explores India’s potential to lead the global seaweed industry, given its 11,000 km coastline and rich marine biodiversity. The first part conducts a Gap Analysis, identifying key barriers such as weak regulations, limited technology, market instability, and social challenges. The second part, a White Paper, presents a strategic roadmap to overcome these issues through better governance, financing, infrastructure, and innovation. Together, they show how seaweed farming can boost sustainable livelihoods, food security, and climate resilience, making India a major player in the blue economy.
Transforming India’s Shrimp Sector: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path to Sustainable Growth
This study examines India’s rapidly growing shrimp industry, a key contributor to aquaculture, exports, and rural livelihoods. The Gap Analysis Report identifies major challenges such as environmental risks, climate impacts, and regulatory and social inequities. The accompanying White Paper charts a path for sustainable growth through technology, innovation, and policy support to enhance global competitiveness. Together, they present a roadmap for making India’s shrimp sector more sustainable, inclusive, and globally dominant in the seafood market.