From boat to market
What happens to a fish between landing and the table, and why cold chains matter for coastal income.
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Fish spoil quickly in heat. Without ice or cold storage, catches must be sold fast and often cheaply, or dried and salted.
Simple improvements, such as shaded landing sites, ice and clean handling, keep fish fresher for longer and let fishers sell at a fairer price.
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