Harbour activity has declined significantly, with only about half the usual number of boats venturing into the sea. A view of Vellayil harbour in Kozhikode.

Harbour activity has declined significantly, with only about half the usual number of boats venturing into the sea. A view of Vellayil harbour in Kozhikode.
| Photo Credit: K. RAGESH

Climatic shifts and other factors have adversely affected the fisheries sector in Kozhikode, reducing catches and driving up fish prices.

At Matsyafed outlets, cut and cleaned seer fish was being sold at ₹1,500, king fish at ₹900, white pomfret at ₹1,000, tuna at ₹440, prawns (different varieties) between ₹500 and ₹640, sardine at ₹280 and Indian salmon at ₹320, reflecting tightening supply.


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