ABOUT US
OBJECTIVE
AIM
WHAT WE DO
Conduct Seminars/Webinars
We regularly organise webinars on various relevant topics related to fisheries. All our webinars are free.
Provide Mentroship/Guidance
Our forum consists of members who hold expertise in various fileds of fisheries. We regularly provide guidance to students and youn professionals for the way forward in the industry.
Technical Problem Solving
We have a technical team which holds members who specialise in troubleshooting problems related to seafood processing, marketing, certification and aquaculture.
Placement Support
The forum porvides active support towards placement of its group members at various designation within the seafood industry.
Why Join FIFP ?
Collaborate and Network
Engage with industry experts, academics, and passionate advocates. Whether you’re a fisherman, policymaker, researcher, or entrepreneur, the Fisheries Forum provides an inclusive platform for you to connect, share ideas, and work toward common goals.
Stay Informed
Access the latest research, trends, & innovations in fisheries management, conservation practices, and sustainable fishing. Our community shares cutting-edge information to help you stay ahead of the curve.Access the latest research, trends, and innovations in fisheries management, conservation practices, and sustainable fishing. Our community shares cutting-edge information to help you stay ahead of the curve.
Shape the Future of Fisheries
Participate in discussions that directly impact fisheries management policies and practices. Your voice matters in shaping sustainable and practical solutions that protect both fish populations and fishing communities.
Membership is through Invitation Only
Edwin Joseph
Convener
From the Convener’s Desk
I am delighted to welcome you to the official platform of Forum of Industrial Fisheries Professionals (FIFP), a collective voice for those who are deeply committed to the sustainable development and enrichment of the fisheries sector. This forum brings together a vibrant community of Fisheries professionals from across the globe. Individuals working in diverse environments, facing varied challenges, and yet united by a shared vision: to advance the field of fisheries through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation.
Our mission is not only to connect professionals, but also to inspire meaningful dialogue, foster leadership, and support policy-level contributions that shape the future of fisheries. Whether you are engaged in policy, research, aquaculture, marine capture, processing, international trade or education, this platform is yours—to learn, to lead, and to leave a lasting impact. We take pride in the depth of expertise and the global reach of our members, and I invite all stakeholders—students, scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to actively participate, contribute, and grow with us. Together, let us strengthen this network and build a resilient, responsible, and resourceful fisheries sector.
OUR CORE TEAM
The Core Team at FIFP plays a vital role in ensuring seamless operations and service across the organization. Committed to responsiveness, efficiency, and problem-solving, the team serves as the backbone of internal and external activities, addressing queries, resolving technical and administrative issues, and fostering a smooth workflow for all stakeholders. With a people-first approach and strong communication skills, the FIFP Core Team embodies the organization’s values of reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Edwin Joseph
Convener
CEO, Winser Exports, India
Chithra M B
Co-Convener
Operations Manager, Gulf Seafood LLC, Dubai
Premlal Panickan
Co-Convener
Scientist (Fisheries), KFUPM, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Gipson Edappazham
Co-Convener
Asso. Professor, Jain, Cochin Campus
Dr. Soni Maria
Content Writer
Research Cnslt., Univ. of Wollongong, Australia
Pradip Kumar Mahato
Media, Creative & Tech
Owner, Maha Ctreation, India
FIFP Support Team
The Support Team at FIFP plays a vital role in ensuring seamless conducting of one of our main activities; Webinars. FIFP Support Team embodies the organization’s values of reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement, making sure that every interaction is met with professionalism and care.
FIFP – Entrepreneurship Advisory Group
We have an Advisory team for entrepreurship development in the fisheries sector. The group consiists of emionnet individuals who hold expertise in various fields: Seafood, Aquaculture, QC, GMP, HACCP, Marketing, Certifications etc.
EDITORIAL BOARD
FIFP have eminent members from all walks of the fisheries sector. Editorial board comprises of few select members covering all the dynamics of fisheries sector.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
Our articles are a part of our webinars being held periodically. These webinars deal with varied topics in seafood and fisheries; seafood processing, quality assurance, certificate requirements, export and import, aquaculture, ornamental fish and so on.
Innovations in shrimp value addition: Focus on product knowledge
Ms Anita Vidyasagar Seafood /Food Safety Certifications Consultant Fish and shrimp in dried form comprised the major items among export of marine products from India till the end of 1960. Although negligible quantities of frozen items were exported from 1953,...
Our Tuna, Our Wealth, Our Future: Lessons from the Pacific
Dr. Soni Maria Research Cnslt., Univ. of Wollongong, Australia Tuna plays a significant role in ocean ecosystems. They are one of the most important top predators in the food chain feeding on fishes, squid, shellfish and a variety of planktonic organisms. They...
An overview of Export of tuna products from India
Sri. T N Venugopalan Business Development Manager; Cochin Frozen Food Exports Pvt Ltd. History of targeted tuna fishing in India, its processing and export dates back to the year 2001. The trade in tuna-based product comprises mainly of two major species: Yellow...
Holistic Approach to Shrimp Farming
Sushil Kumar Singh Trainer India has made rapid strides in shrimp aquaculture mainly due to the introduction of the exotic species L. vannamei during the last decade. There has been a sevenfold increase in the estimated shrimp production in India that grew from...
Problems and prospects of Industrial Aquaculture in India: An overview
Krishna Kumar K. A. Trainer India has a long history of shrimp farming dating back several centuries. Traditionally the Pokali farms on the Kerala coast and Bherries in West Bengal were engaged in farming shrimp and fish. Scientific shrimp farming was...
Biofloc technology – new blue revolution technique in intensive culture of tilapia
Lakshmi Rajeev Lead Auditor of FSSC22000/QMS/FSMS/BRCGS - Regulatory and Compliance at GCQ Certification Introduction Fish in a pond assimilate only 15–30% of the nitrogen added in the feed, remainder being lost to the system as ammonia and organic N in feces...
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