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Fish Species Used for Drying in Sylhet Division

M. R. C. Pinky
Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh

Md. Moniruzzaman
Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh

N. S. Lucky
Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh

M. A. R. Hossain
Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

A year-long survey was conducted on fish species used and fish drying activities of greater Sylhet. Data were collected from four upazilas under three districts of Sylhet division namely Sylhet, Moulvibazar and Habiganj. The study revealed that fish drying methods were traditional, undeveloped and unhygienic. A total of 21 freshwater fish species under 12 families and 1 prawn species were identified that were used for sun drying in the study areas 82% of which were small fish. Drying of larger fishes was not common due to the scarcity and high price of raw materials. It was also observed that fishes from Cyprinidae (18%), Bagridae (18%) and Channidae (14%) family were more abundant in the study areas because of the fish availability, price of the fish, easiness of drying and consumer demand. The study revealed that the supply of fish has been decreased over the years which may impact the viability of their business. On the basis of the findings, a number of recommendations have been suggested including training for the people involved in fish drying, value chain, proper institutional and governmental support to thoroughly monitor a number of key species in major ecosystems and locations over successive years.

Keywords: Fish species, Fish drying, Fish diversity.

Location: Sylhet, Moulvibazar and Habiganj districts, Bangladesh

Start Date: 00-01-2016

End Date: 00-11-2016

Program Area: Postharvest and Agro-processing

Commodity: Fish

Objectives:

To know the species diversity in fish drying at different drying points of Sylhet, Moulvibazar and Habiganj districts.

Methodology:

Selection of the study areas: The present study was conducted at fish drying points (locally called “Dangari”) in four upazilas under three districts of Sylhet division namely Sylhet, Moulvibazar and Habiganj during January to November, 2016. The study areas under three districts of Sylhet division are Lamakazi fish drying point in Bishwanath upazila, Sylhet, Varaura fish drying point in Sreemangal upazila, Moulvibazar, Umednagar fish drying point in Habiganj Sadar upazila, Habiganj and Katiara fish drying point in Madhabpur upazila, Habiganj. Preparation of survey schedules: A set of survey schedule for dried fish producers was prepared in such a way that all the information could satisfy the objectives. Target group and sample size: The dried fish producers were selected as target groups. A total of 20 dried fish producers were selected for questionnaire interviews in three districts of Sylhet division. Data collection: For questionnaire survey, dried fish producers were selected through simple random sampling methods. The questionnaire was in English but they were asked in Bengali and in their local language as much as possible. Interviews were conducted at the fish drying points during processing. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted with intermediaries in dry fish processing and trading sites for collecting both qualitative and quantitative data. The specific aim of the discussions was to collect information on mechanism of wet fish collection, transport, fish drying mechanism, transboundary trading, pricing of dried fish at different levels and a number of cross cutting issues – health and safety, gender, wages, migration, social, economic and ecological issues. Cross-check interviews were conducted with key informants such as local leaders, Upazila Fisheries Officer (UFO) and relevant NGO workers. They were especially knowledgeable on particular topic and were expected to be able to provide facts against any ambiguity of information. Data processing and analysis: In order to minimize error, data were collected in local units and later converted into standard units. Data were processed and analyzed in Microsoft Excel 2007, and finally presented in the form of bar diagrams and pie chart.

Source of Information: Bangladesh J. Fish. (2019) 31(1) : 157-164

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Achievement/Findings:

It was also found that drying of larger fishes was not common due to the scarcity of raw materials. Drying rate depends on relative humidity, air velocity, air temperature and surface area of fish. Generally 2-8 days were required for drying. The finding agreed with the findings of Samad et al. (2009). It was marked that sorting of fish was not common before drying. After drying, the dried fish producers separated the small, large, fresh and rotten dried fish according to species, quality and size. Mainly female workers were engaged in this purpose. Flowra et al. (2012) reported that sorting of dried fish was not common in Chalan Beel areas of Bangladesh but it was only performed after collection of raw fishes for drying. The study revealed that the supply of fish has been decreased over the years which may impact the viability of their business. On the basis of the findings, a number of recommendations have been suggested including training for the people involved in fish drying, value chain, proper institutional and governmental support to thoroughly monitor a number of key species in major ecosystems and locations over successive years.

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