IMIA – Indian Marine Ingredients Association
IMIA (Indian Marine Ingredients Association) originated from the collective efforts of Indian fishmeal producers coming together to establish a unified national body. At IMIA, we firmly believe in the power of collaboration as a cornerstone of success.
What IMIA Stands For
IMIA unites stakeholders from every segment of the fisheries sector — including fishers, feed producers, seafood processors, researchers, fisheries institutes, scientists, and policymakers — onto a single platform. Our primary objective is to address the existing gaps in India's national fisheries policy while championing the significant advantages offered by the fishmeal and marine ingredients industry.
Why IMIA Was Formed
This industry has often faced misconceptions and unwarranted interference from other sectors, and IMIA's aim is to rectify this situation. We are committed to creating a level playing field for all participants, irrespective of their size, within the industry.
Who Can Join IMIA
Beyond our core members, IMIA engages Associate members involved in the buying, trading, and brokering of fishmeal — fostering a more inclusive and comprehensive network across India's marine ingredients value chain.
IMIA Leadership
IMIA is led by its President, Dr. Mohammed Dawood Sait, who guides the association's mission to strengthen India's marine ingredients sector and represent the industry's interests in national policy.
President's message
IMIA stands as a pivotal force uniting top fishmeal and fish oil producers, steering impactful transformations to uphold sustainability standards. Our concerted collaboration with FIP, notably emphasizing Indian Oil Sardine, underscores our pledge to meet the stringent criteria outlined by Marin Trust certification. By pooling our collective knowledge and resources, we remain steadfast in deploying sustainable methodologies that cater to market requirements while prioritizing the enduring vitality of marine ecosystems. This partnership epitomizes our steadfast commitment to environmental custodianship and the enduring sustainability of our fisheries sector.
Objectives
1. Promote environmentally and socially responsible practices in the Indian fishmeal and fish oil industry.
2. Encourage and support research and development to improve the quality and sustainability of the products.
3. Actively participate in policy-making dialogues and ensure that the industry's interests are represented.
4. Facilitate industry-wide cooperation and communication to ensure that all stakeholders work together for the common good.
5. Signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a more formalcooperation agreement between the government and the industry association, ensuring more effective collaboration in achieving common goals.
6.Through open and transparent discussion and collaboration, IMIA aims to ensure the interests of the fishers and fishmeal industry are protected.
PRODUCTS SHOWCASE
Fish Meal
Necessity of Fish Meal for All Kind of Aqua Feeds, Poultry Feeds 8 Fish Feeds, it stimulates faster growth, better-feed conversion giving lower production cost, so to multiply feeds production.
Fish Oil
Fish oil is one of the natural remedies for a number of health problems. It contains two of the most important omega 3 fatty acids that can be absorbed easily, EPA & DHA.
Fish Soluble
The unidentified growth factors present in fish soluble helps in increasing the rate of growth. The fish soluble is rich in all the dissolved proteins, vitamins and amino acids.