CHALLENGES IN THE EXPORT OF SEAFOOD IN TAMILNADU

Abstract

This paper aims to analyse the challenges faced by the exporters of marine products. This study was conducted based on the primary data collected from the seafood exporters (N=80). This study focused on challenges faced by seafood exports in the areas of procurement of raw materials, production, finance, marketing, and export. Within these realms, various factors were identified as contributing variables. The study results showed that seafood exporters grappled with significant challenges. These included the volatility of raw material prices, the burden of high production costs, the stifling regulatory environment imposed by financial institutions, and the intensifying competition on the global stage.