Source: TH
Context: The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has been designated as a Centre of Excellence for seaweed cultivation by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying.
- The centre will focus on improving cultivation techniques, creating a seed bank to preserve indigenous species, and conducting environmental impact assessments.
Seaweed refers to a diverse group of marine plants and algae that grow in the ocean and other water bodies.
They play a crucial role in marine ecosystems and have various uses in agriculture, industry, and cuisine.
