Mayur Tade

Aquaculture and fisheries professional with over 6 years of experience in sustainable aquaculture development, environmental assessment, stakeholder engagement, and community-based project implementation across coastal India. Experienced in coordinating multidisciplinary initiatives involving GIS-based decision-support systems, climate-resilient aquaculture planning, ecosystem monitoring, and sustainable seafood production systems. Proven ability to work collaboratively with coastal communities, researchers, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to deliver practical, impact-driven solutions supporting sustainable livelihoods and responsible aquaculture development.

Skilled in project coordination, technical reporting, farmer capacity building, environmental data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in dynamic field environments.

SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW - ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute - Veraval, Gujarat

(2019-09)

• Coordinated sustainable aquaculture and environmental management projects focused on climate resilience and ecosystem-based resource management.
• Conducted GIS-based environmental assessment, ecosystem monitoring, and decision-support analysis for sustainable aquaculture planning.
• Hands-on experience in sea cage farming, shrimp and lobster culture, seaweed farming, freshwater aquaculture, and coastal aquaculture systems.
• Led farmer training, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach programs, supporting over 1200 farmers and coastal community members across Gujarat.
• Experienced in working with coastal fishing and aquaculture communities through participatory and community-centered development approaches.
• Collaborated with researchers, government agencies, and local stakeholders for project implementation, technical coordination, and livelihood-oriented aquaculture initiatives.
• Prepared project proposals, technical reports, extension manuals, scientific publications, and outreach materials for multidisciplinary aquaculture projects.
• Supported field monitoring, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable aquaculture initiatives promoting responsible seafood production and community development.

Ph.D.

• Fisheries Resource Management - Kerala University of Fisheries And Ocean Studies (2026-04) Kerala, INDIA

Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) - Aquatic Environment Management - Kerala University of Fisheries And Ocean Studies (2019-06) Kerala, INDIA

Bachelor of Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) - Maharashtra Animal And Fisheries Science University (2017-07) Maharashtra, INDIA