Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Prof K V Thomas launching Cartoonist Sudheernath's Web Site
Hon’le MOS Prof K V Thomas launching Kerala Cartoon Academy Secretary
Cartoonist Sudheernath's Web site http://www.sudheernath.com/ at his residence today.
VISIT OF PROF. K.V. THOMAS @ SPAIN FOR THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF FISHERIES MINISTERS
VISIT OF PROF. K.V. THOMAS, HON’BLE UNION MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE, CONSUMER AFFAIRS, FOOD AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION TO SPAIN FOR THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF FISHERIES MINISTERS, 14-16 SEPTEMBER, 2009
Prof. K.V. Thomas, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, led a Delegation to Spain for the Fifth Fisheries Ministers’ Conference and Fist World Summit on Fisheries Sustainability, along with the World Fishing Exhibition organized by the Spanish Ministry of Environment and Rural and Marine Affairs at Baiona and Vigo during 14-16 September, 2009.
Meetings with the industry were organized at Madrid, along with a visit to the main agricultural market on 14 September, 2009. A visit was made to the mariculture farm dealing with mussel farming in Gelicia on 15th September, 2009.
A special meeting was held with Ms.Elena Espinosa, Minister for Environment, Rural and Marine Affairs, Govt. of Spain at Baiona, Gelicia Spain, on 15th September,2009. The discussions pertained to the Memorandum of Understanding between the two countries with regard to agriculture and trade. Prof. Thomas emphasized on potentials of cooperation between the two countries in the field of agriculture. He made a special mention of collaboration with regard to marine fisheries management and aquaculture, the latter pertaining to mussel farming. It was agreed the discussions could be taken forward in specific areas with the concerned institutions in the two countries.
The Fifth Conference of Fisheries Ministers held at Baiona, Gelicia, on 16th September,2009, addressed fisheries sustainability within the framework of fisheries management policy, with the participation of over 40 country governments, leading fisheries organizations, the FAO, the European Commission, NGOs and the scientific community. Prof. Thomas addressed the Conference, highlighting India’s status and capabilities in fisheries, issues of overfishing and regulations, measures taken to conserve the resources and control Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, Ecosystem Based Fisheries Management (EBFM), Ecofriendly fishing gears incorporating Bycatch Reduction Devices (BRDs), fish stock enhancement with Fish Aggregating Devices(FADs), new efforts at fishing vessel registration and vessel monitoring system, compliance with international agreements, efforts at monitoring and mitigating the impact of climate change, potential of aquaculture practices and formulation of policy frame work in the country. The Minister also emphasized on the regional cooperation in management of marine fishery resources, that are common property resources.
This was followed by a visit to the port of Vigo for the launch of Intermares, the fisheries cooperation training ship of the Ministry of Environment and Rural and Marine Affairs. Further, the Delegation participated in the World Fishing Exhibition at Vigo, comprising the fishing and fish processing machinery and equipment. The Minister visited some of the exhibits and discussed the recent trends in the area with leading manufacturers from all over the world.
Prof. K.V. Thomas, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, led a Delegation to Spain for the Fifth Fisheries Ministers’ Conference and Fist World Summit on Fisheries Sustainability, along with the World Fishing Exhibition organized by the Spanish Ministry of Environment and Rural and Marine Affairs at Baiona and Vigo during 14-16 September, 2009.
Meetings with the industry were organized at Madrid, along with a visit to the main agricultural market on 14 September, 2009. A visit was made to the mariculture farm dealing with mussel farming in Gelicia on 15th September, 2009.
A special meeting was held with Ms.Elena Espinosa, Minister for Environment, Rural and Marine Affairs, Govt. of Spain at Baiona, Gelicia Spain, on 15th September,2009. The discussions pertained to the Memorandum of Understanding between the two countries with regard to agriculture and trade. Prof. Thomas emphasized on potentials of cooperation between the two countries in the field of agriculture. He made a special mention of collaboration with regard to marine fisheries management and aquaculture, the latter pertaining to mussel farming. It was agreed the discussions could be taken forward in specific areas with the concerned institutions in the two countries.
The Fifth Conference of Fisheries Ministers held at Baiona, Gelicia, on 16th September,2009, addressed fisheries sustainability within the framework of fisheries management policy, with the participation of over 40 country governments, leading fisheries organizations, the FAO, the European Commission, NGOs and the scientific community. Prof. Thomas addressed the Conference, highlighting India’s status and capabilities in fisheries, issues of overfishing and regulations, measures taken to conserve the resources and control Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, Ecosystem Based Fisheries Management (EBFM), Ecofriendly fishing gears incorporating Bycatch Reduction Devices (BRDs), fish stock enhancement with Fish Aggregating Devices(FADs), new efforts at fishing vessel registration and vessel monitoring system, compliance with international agreements, efforts at monitoring and mitigating the impact of climate change, potential of aquaculture practices and formulation of policy frame work in the country. The Minister also emphasized on the regional cooperation in management of marine fishery resources, that are common property resources.
This was followed by a visit to the port of Vigo for the launch of Intermares, the fisheries cooperation training ship of the Ministry of Environment and Rural and Marine Affairs. Further, the Delegation participated in the World Fishing Exhibition at Vigo, comprising the fishing and fish processing machinery and equipment. The Minister visited some of the exhibits and discussed the recent trends in the area with leading manufacturers from all over the world.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Prof K V Thomas @ Lourdes Basilica
Prof K V Thomas chatting with Malayali Priest and Sister at Lourdes Basilica. He is on the way back to India after attending International Conference of Fisheries Ministers at Vigo, Spin.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
World Fishing Exhibition Vigo'09
Vigo Mayor and President of the Organisation Commission of the World Fishing Exhibition Vigo'09,Mr Abel Caballeo Welcoming Prof K V Thomas MOS and Indian delegation Leader to the Vigo'09.
Minister Prof. K.V. Thomas, leading the Indian delegation to Vigo (Spain) held meetings in Madrid at the Confederation of Employers´ and Industry (CEOE) [counterpart of CII of India] with Spanish companies in agriculture and fisheries sector and the Associations. The companies evinced interest in industry to industry cooperation in food processing, fisheries, research and development and more information sharing. The Minister also visited Europe´s second largest wholesale market for agriculture commodities – Merca Madrid which sells fruits, vegetables, fish and meat products. MercaMadrid is the central distributing market servicing Spain and Portugal.
The Minister had an in-depth discussion with the Spanish Minister for Environment, Rural and Marine Affairs, Ms. Elena Espinosa.
The discussions covering wide range of subjects focused on bilateral cooperation on agriculture and food processing, dairying and poultry and decided to expedite the operationalization of the MoU concluded between Spain and India in April 2009 coinciding with the visit of President of India to Spain. A Committee of experts will be constituted to monitor the progress of proposed actions.
The Indian Minister visited a Mussel Technology Centre in Vigo in the morning. He also paid a visit to Santiago de Compostela, the Capital of Galicia Region. He was received by the Mayor and paid a visit to the Santiago Cathedral in the evening. The Cathedral is a listed world heritage site and the name is derived from St. James, whose holy relics are believed to be enshrined in the basement. He will address the Ministerial meeting tomorrow.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
MOS Prof K V Thomas at a Function organized by ASSOCHAM on FOOD AND AGRI EXPORTERS CONCLAVE in Delhi on 9th September,2009
MOS Prof K V Thomas at a Function organized by ASSOCHAM on FOOD AND AGRI EXPORTERS CONCLAVE in Delhi
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