ASTUDY ON PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS OF FISH MARKETING IN NAGAPATTINAM DISTRICT,TAMI LNADU

Abstract

Since the beginning of time, fishing has been a primary source of income for the human race. It 
follows agriculture in importance. Fish and other sea food are an essential part of a healthy diet. 
Fish, in particular, come in a wide variety of species and can be used as a pleasant and nutritious 
source of protein and fat. There is a large segment of the population that relies on fishing as a source 
of income. Fishermen's livelihoods are heavily reliant on fish catches. Development of the fishing 
industry is critical for both food production and diet quality in most developing countries. Women 
fish dealers have a dismal economic situation. As the primary breadwinner in their families, many 
women fish vendors encounter a variety of financial and social challenges.