Amaravati, May 6 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday directed officials to develop a comprehensive economic model to enhance income generation through seaweed cultivation and value addition.
The initiative is aimed at benefiting women self-help groups (SHGs) and fishing communities in coastal regions.
During a review meeting, the CM emphasised that seaweed farming has significant potential to create sustainable livelihoods along Andhra Pradesh’s long coastline.
“Develop a comprehensive economic model to enhance income generation through seaweed cultivation and value addition to benefit women self-help groups (SHGs) and fishermen in coastal regions,” Naidu said in a press release.
He held virtual discussions with
senior officials from premier central institutions such as the Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, the National Institute of Ocean Technology, the Central Institute of Brackish Water Aquaculture, and the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute.
He also called for collaboration with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham to prepare a detailed report on seaweed cultivation practices and income potential for women.
Further, Naidu underscored the need to promote value-added seaweed products, engage national and international organisations for commercial-scale production, and position seaweed as a key marine resource for wealth creation.
According to the CM, seaweed is a crucial raw material for pharmaceuticals and nutraceutical products.
He expressed confidence that Andhra Pradesh can tap into the global seaweed market, the release added. PTI STH SSK
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