Fishery

A fishery (plural: fisheries) is an organized effort by humans to catch fish or other aquatic species, an activity known as fishing. Generally, a fishery exists for the purpose of providing human food, although other aims are possible (such as sport or recreational fishing), or obtaining ornamental fish or fish products such as fish oil. Industrial fisheries are fisheries where the catch is not intended for direct human consumption.

Fisheries historically

Fisheries have been important parts of human life and food production throughout history. Fisheries have become a part of human cultures and mythologies, providing a community identity and a subject for artists throughout the ages. Partially, this is because fisheries are irretrievably wrapped up in humanity’s perpetual fascination with the sea, and partially, because they have been a major source of food and income for many communities throughout the ages.

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One of the world’s longest lasting trade histories is the trade of dry cod from the Lofoten area to the southern parts of Europe, Italy, Spain and Portugal. The cod trading started during the viking period or before, has been going on for more than 1000 years and is still important.

Related Topics:
Trade of dry cod - Lofoten - Europe - Italy - Spain - Portugal - Viking

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In India , the Pandyas a classical Dravidian Tamil kingdom were known for the pearl fishery as early as 1st century BC. Their seaport Tuticorin was known for deep sea pearl fishery and the paravas who were the inventors of the catamaran were one of the richest community because of the pearl trade, Navigation knowlegde and Fisheries.

Related Topics:
Pandyas - Dravidian - Tamil - Tuticorin - Pearl fishery - Paravas - Catamaran

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