This information bulletin was produced by the Overseas Development Administration Bay of Bengal Post-Harvest Fisheries Project (ODA-PHFP) and prepared by Intervention (India) Pvt. Ltd. The bulletin assesses the current demand for credit by the fisher-folk of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa, identifies the sources of credit and their utilisation and the institutional mechanisms, that are in operation. The bulletin highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the various credit delivery systems and suggests alternative, that may improve the opportunities for the better livelihood of fisherfolk.
The ODA-PHFP is working with small- scale artisanal fishing communities in reducing post- harvest losses of fish; developing low cost improvements in handling, processing and marketing and providing technical support, advice and training to government and non-government organizations, fisherfolk associations and women's groups. The ODA-PHFP is founded by the Government of the United Kingdom and covers three countries within the Bay of Bengal region, namely India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
This bulletin has not been cleared by the Government concerned or the ODA.
