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Announcement

The 9th Indian Fisheries Forum (9th iff) Renaissance in Fisheries: Outlook & Strategies

Asian countries derive substantial economic, social and nutritional benefits from fisheries sector with significance for rural development and poverty alleviation. In India, the sector has been recognized as a powerful income and employment generator to over 14 million fishers and farmers, majority of whom live in over 4,114 coastal villages, besides hamlets along major river basins and reservoirs. The sector offers cheap and quality animal protein to the people ensuring nutritional security and through the export earnings worth ` 8,398 crores and a number of subsidiary industries, it plays a major role in stimulating and strengthening the economic growth of the nation. However, several issues such as coastal overfishing, depletion of fish stocks, impact of climate change on biodiversity and abundance, disease in aquaculture and trade related issues have emerged in recent years. Demand projections for fish by 2012 is 9.74 million tonnes at an estimated annual consumption growth rate of 3.5% and the required annual growth rate for meeting the demand would be in the order of 5.4%. All these call for an integrated strategic planning at the national level and it is time to take stock of our achievements, capabilities, challenges as well as opportunities. The Asian Fisheries Society – Indian Branch (AFSIB) (Regd. No. 41/87-88) since its inception in 1986, has been providing a platform for discussion at the national level on issues related to research, development, education and policies by organizing Indian Fisheries Forum (IFF) every three years in different parts of the country. The 9th Indian Fisheries Forum (9th iff) will be hosted by the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), at Chennai during 19-23 December 2011. It would have a comprehensive look for the Fisheries and Aquaculture sectors, for achieving greater synergy among the stakeholders and planning strategies for capture fisheries and aquafarming to build higher levels of sustainability and profitability.

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OBJECTIVES The main theme of the 9th Indian Fisheries Forum is “Renaissance in Fisheries: Outlook & Strategies” with the objectives to:

1. Provide a scientific platform to deliberate on research accomplishments and to identify the research and development needs of the sector

2. Prepare strategies for bringing in awareness on environmental issues and socio-economic benefits for better technology transfer

3. Understand modern techniques of resource management and sustainable utilization 4. Encourage young scientists to undertake need-based and resource specific research 5. Address the issues of resource constraints and species diversification for the expansion

of fish production VENUE & DATE The 9th iff will be held at Chennai, Tamil Nadu during 19-23 December 2011. The venue will be “IMAGE” (Indian Bank Management Centre for Growth and Excellence) at R.A. Puram adjacent to the Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai. TECHNICAL SESSIONS

1. Fishery Resources, Recreational Fisheries and Sustainable Management 2. Aquaculture Production, Nutrition and Fish Health 3. Genetics, Breeding and Biotechnology 4. Environment Impacts and Aquatic Health 5. Harvest and Post-harvest Technology 6. Socio-economics, Marketing and Livelihood 7. Fisheries Trade, Policies and Governance 8. Climate Change and Natural Disaster Management

All the authors of the accepted research papers will be given an opportunity to present their papers in oral/poster sessions. The details of oral/poster sessions will be given in the website www.9iff.org. In each session, an expert will be invited to deliver talk on important issues in his/her field of specialization, followed by 10-15 oral presentations of selected research papers of relevance in the present day context and the same will be discussed by a panel of experts and delegates. INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM An international symposium sponsored by the Bay of Bengal Large Marine Ecosystem (BoBLME) is scheduled to be held during the forum on 21 December, 2011.

Theme: Bay of Bengal–Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management FISHERS’/FARMERS’ MEET (sponsored by the National Fisheries Development Board, Hyderabad) An interaction of the fishers, aquafarmers, entrepreneurs, scientists, policy makers and other stakeholders will be organized during the forum on the emerging policy issues, to prioritize

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problems and resolve the concerns of the farmers and fishers by developing suitable research and development policies for the fisheries and aquaculture sectors of the country. AWARDS

1. Young Scientist Award: The forum is providing an opportunity to research scholars and scientists below the age of 35 years (as on 30th June 2011) working in the field of fisheries, aquaculture/ related disciplines to compete for the young scientist award. There are up to a maximum of 10 young scientist awards instituted by the AFSIB. The award carries a cash prize of ` 1000/- and a citation. 2. Prof. H.P.C Shetty Award: The triennial award for excellence in fisheries research and development is instituted by Prof. H.P.C Shetty Felicitation Committee. The applicant should be below 50 years as on 30th June 2011. The award carries a cash prize of ` 10,000/-, a medallion and an invitation to deliver keynote address at the forum. 3. Professors T.J. Pandian and A.J. Matty Award: The triennial award is instituted for recognizing excellence in aquaculture development through research. Applicant should be below 35 years (40 years in the case of women) as on 30th June 2011. Work should have been carried out preferably in India. Award carries a cash prize of ` 10,000/-, a medallion and an invitation to deliver keynote address at the forum. 4. Dr. Pillay Aquaculture Award: The Pillay Aquaculture Foundation has instituted a triennial Pillay Aquaculture Award, in memory of late Dr. T.V.R. Pillay, the father of modern global aquaculture development. Outstanding work on any aspect of aquaculture (research/ extension/ development) carried out in India by an individual, group or organization (government or private) shall qualify for the award. The award carries a cash prize of ` 25,000/- and a citation. The awardee is required to deliver keynote address on his/her work during the 9th Indian Fisheries Forum. He/she will be eligible for 1st class or 2nd class AC rail fare for attending the award ceremony. Applications (in quintuplicate) for all the above awards on the prescribed form (to be obtained from the Secretary, AFSIB Building, College of Fisheries Campus, Kankanadi, Mangalore – 575 002, Karnataka) should reach the Secretary latest by 31st July 2011. Those in service should route their applications through proper channel. 5. Shri J.V.H. Dixitulu National Award for Outstanding work in Fisheries Extension / Communication: The Association of Aquaculturists (based in Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar), Marine Biological Association of India (MBAI - based in Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi) and the Inland Fisheries Society of India (IFSI - based in Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore), have instituted in 2010, Shri J.V.H. Dixitulu Award to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of fisheries extension / communication in India. The Award will be given during the triennial Indian Fisheries Forum organized by the AFSIB. The first award will be presented during the 9th Indian Fisheries Forum at Chennai. The award will carry a memento, citation and cash award of ` 15,000/-. Nominations/applications are invited from individuals / institutions / NGOs describing in detail the contribution(s) made with evidence of impact of interventions. The application should be sent to the Convener of the J.V.H. Dixitulu Award – The President, MBAI, CMFRI Campus, Post Box No. 1604, Kochi -682 018, Kerala, India. The selected individual (or representative of the group, or institution) will be given travel grant for presentation of a paper based on their contribution. The last date for receiving applications by the President of MBAI is 15th September, 2011.

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ONLINE SUBMISSION OF THE ABSTRACTS Contributors are required to submit extended abstracts only online. Kindly log on to the website www.9iff.org for the instructions and uploading the abstract. PUBLICATIONS OF THE FORUM The papers presented in the forum will be subjected to scientific review for publishing in the Indian Journal of Fisheries (NAAS Rating 4.9), a journal published by CMFRI on behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. EXHIBITION The premier research institutes, NGOs, state governments, entrepreneurs etc. will take part in the exhibition arranged at the venue of the forum. The exhibition will attract research, development, industry, trade, products, services, information technology and allied sectors. AFSIB GENERAL BODY & ELECTION The general body and election of AFSIB will be held during the forum to elect the new Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and Executive Members. The necessary notice will be circulated by the Secretary, AFSIB. POST-FORUM TOURS There are many places of tourist interest in and around Chennai like Marina Beach, St.Thomas Mount, Theosophical Society, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Vedanthangal, Crocodile Park, Anna Zoological Park - Vandalur, Cholamandalam Artists' Village, temples and many more. The post-forum tour will be organized during the forum by the Event Manager to provide an opportunity to visit memorable places. Please see the website for details. REGISTRATION All participants should register before the forum. The registration fee is as follows:- Delegates from outside India Members of AFS/AFSIB.................................... US $ 200 Non-members of AFS/AFSIB............................ US $ 300 Indian delegates Members of AFS/AFSIB..................................... ` 4500 Non-members of AFS/AFSIB............................ ` 5000 Students ………………………………………….. ` 3000 Observers & Spouses……………………………. ` 2000 TRAVEL & ACCOMODATION The 9th iff does not provide any funds for travel or participation. The Forum Secretariat does not undertake any arrangements for travel or accommodation. All the travel and accommodation arrangements are looked after by the Event Manager, the details of which will be uploaded in the website soon. Working lunch and tea will be provided to all the participants.

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CONTACT (regarding 9th Indian Fisheries Forum only)

Dr. G. Syda Rao, (Convener, 9th Indian Fisheries Forum), Director, Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, P.B. No. 1603, Ernakulam North P.O., Kochi - 682 018, Kerala, India. Phone (Off): 0091-0484-2394867 Telegram : CADALMIN, Ernakulam Fax : 0091-484-2394909 E-mail : contact9iff@gmail.com AFSIB SECRETARIAT OFFICE

For details regarding Young Scientist Award, Prof. H.P.C. Shetty Award, Dr. Pillay Aquaculture Award, T.J. Pandian and A.J.Matty Award, AFSIB General Body Election and Membership of the Society, please contact:

Secretary, Asian Fisheries Society Indian Branch (AFSIB), College of Fisheries, Mangalore - 575 002, Karnataka, India. Tel: 0091– 824 – 2249256/2249257/2249258 Fax: 0091– 824 – 2248366 E mail: afsib.secretary@gmail.com; afsib2005@yahoo.co.in

FURTHER UPDATES

Kindly refer the website www.9iff.org for further updates. DATES TO REMEMBER

(*Last date of Submission of Application for Shri J.V.H. Dixitulu National Award: 15 September 2011)

Submission of Abstracts : 01 April – 30 June 2011 Communication of Acceptance of Abstracts : 31 July 2011 Last date of Submission of Application for Awards : 31 July 2011* Last date of Submission of Full Paper : 31 October 2011 9th Indian Fisheries Forum : 19 - 23 December, 2011

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The 9th Indian Fisheries Forum (9th iff)

19-23 DECEMBER, 2011

Venue: IMAGE, Chennai 600 028, India.

PRE-REGISTRATION FORM

Name: (Prof./Dr./Mr./Ms.) ……………………………………………………………………………………..... Institution: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Mailing Address: ………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………..………………………………………………………………... ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. E Mail ID: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Field of Specialization…………………………………………………………………………………………… Tick appropriate box(es)

1. Intend to Attend the 9th Indian Fisheries Forum Give an Oral/Poster Presentation Attend the forum without a paper Stakeholders’ Interaction Attend the International Symposium Participate in Exhibition

Join the post-forum tour 2. I would like To receive information about the forum in due course Date: Signature