Skip to content

New FAD design to be deployed next month

New FAD design to be deployed next month

The Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture has finalized a new design for Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs), scheduling one new unit for deployment in August.

8 hours ago

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on July 20

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on July 20

3 days ago

MIFCO Products Showcased at Halal Expo in Bangkok

MIFCO Products Showcased at Halal Expo in Bangkok

5 days ago

MMRI and HDC reach an agreement for coral reef restoration and monitoring

MMRI and HDC reach an agreement for coral reef restoration and monitoring

6 days ago

Work on 11 New Ice Plants to Commence Shortly to Resolve Ice Shortages for Fishermen

Work on 11 New Ice Plants to Commence Shortly to Resolve Ice Shortages for Fishermen

6 days ago

Source · MIFCO fish collections

Fish Collection

Latest pickup

19 Jul 2026

Skipjack 2,751,24033 boats

Yellowfinover 15 kg123,8256 boats

Yellowfinunder 10 kg2401 boats

Day total2.9M MVR

Latest buying price

MVR/kg · 21 Jul 2026

General rate20MVR/kg

Yellowfin · 10–15 kg20MVR/kg

Yellowfin · over 15 kg25MVR/kg

Official general-rate historyMVR/kg

Editor's Pick

Ministry to conduct diamondback squid fishing training program in collaboration with councils

Ministry to conduct diamondback squid fishing training program in collaboration with councils

The Ministry of Fisheries has announced its decision to conduct diamondback squid fishing training programs in collaboration with island councils.

2 weeks ago

Ministry to conduct fisheries sector training programs in collaboration with councils

Ministry to conduct fisheries sector training programs in collaboration with councils

Olhuvelifushi Council and MTI to conduct Navigation Certificate Level 2 course

Olhuvelifushi Council and MTI to conduct Navigation Certificate Level 2 course

MNDF active in stopping foreign fishing boats

At Sea

Three crew members of 'Sea Pro' vessel injured in sea accident

Three crew members of 'Sea Pro' vessel injured in sea accident

1 week ago

Angolhitheem Council requests the installation of a sports fishing FAD

Angolhitheem Council requests the installation of a sports fishing FAD

1 week ago

Speed limits set for vessels navigating in the SAMPA area

Speed limits set for vessels navigating in the SAMPA area

4 weeks ago

Community

MTI prepares to conduct a Niyami course in Maduvvari

MTI prepares to conduct a Niyami course in Maduvvari

The Maritime Training Institute (MTI), in collaboration with the M. Maduvvari Council and local civil society organization Club Uprising, is preparing to commence a Niyami (Navigation) Certificate Level-2 course in Maduvvari.

2 weeks ago

"Moodhu Fest 2026" held to mark World Oceans Day concludes

"Moodhu Fest 2026" held to mark World Oceans Day concludes

Special event "Everyone to the Sea" launched to mark World Oceans Day

Special event "Everyone to the Sea" launched to mark World Oceans Day

10 Teams from Gemanafushi in the World Oceans Day Reef Fishing Tournament!

10 Teams from Gemanafushi in the World Oceans Day Reef Fishing Tournament!

Policy

Bangladesh High Commissioner meets MIFCO CEO

Bangladesh High Commissioner meets MIFCO CEO

1 week ago

Government Aims to at Least Double Fish Storage Capacity: President

Government Aims to at Least Double Fish Storage Capacity: President

20 Jun 2026

Adequate efforts being made to revive the fisheries sector: President

Adequate efforts being made to revive the fisheries sector: President

19 Jun 2026

Business

Government has stopped fish purchase subsidy to MIFCO: Minister

Government has stopped fish purchase subsidy to MIFCO: Minister

Minister of Fisheries, Agriculture and Marine Resources Ahmed Shiyam has stated that although the government previously provided a subsidy to the state-owned fisheries company, MIFCO, to purchase fish, the subsidy payments have now been sto

6 days ago

Kudarikilu Ice Plant to be Operational Within Six Months: Minister

Kudarikilu Ice Plant to be Operational Within Six Months: Minister

Ice plant opened in Kanduoiygiri

Ice plant opened in Kanduoiygiri

Opening of dried fish factory in Kanduoiygiri is an important step to expand local market products: MIFCO CEO

Opening of dried fish factory in Kanduoiygiri is an important step to expand local market products: MIFCO CEO

Opportunities

Applications open for Basic Mariculture Course

Applications open for Basic Mariculture Course

4 weeks ago

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on June 22

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on June 22

17 Jun 2026

IITE Maritime Academy to commence new batch of Niyami Course-2

IITE Maritime Academy to commence new batch of Niyami Course-2

16 Jun 2026

Discussion

Discussions Held on Developing Reef Fishing in Dharavandhoo

Discussions Held on Developing Reef Fishing in Dharavandhoo

Minister of Fisheries Ahmed Shiyam held discussions with the B. Dharavandhoo Council today on ways to advance reef fishing on the island.

4 weeks ago

Keyolha Team Meets Kolamaafushi Council to Seek Cooperation in Producing Fisheries Content

Keyolha Team Meets Kolamaafushi Council to Seek Cooperation in Producing Fisheries Content

Discussions held on resolving difficulties faced by fishermen in using ports

Discussions held on resolving difficulties faced by fishermen in using ports

Keyolha and GA. Vilingili Council Hold Discussions to Conduct Fisheries-Related Activities

World

Navy Vessel Donated by Australian Government Arrives in Maldives

Navy Vessel Donated by Australian Government Arrives in Maldives

15 Jun 2026

Greater Priority and International Cooperation Needed to Protect Oceans - President

Greater Priority and International Cooperation Needed to Protect Oceans - President

8 Jun 2026

UK Tariff Removal is a Great Success for Maldivian Fishermen, Fishing Families, and Fish Factories: Minister

UK Tariff Removal is a Great Success for Maldivian Fishermen, Fishing Families, and Fish Factories: Minister

In-depth

Police Seize Drugs Hidden in Dock Fender at Hulhumale Yellowfin Tuna Jetty

Police Seize Drugs Hidden in Dock Fender at Hulhumale Yellowfin Tuna Jetty

10 Sept 2025

Five Months Since 48-Hour Payments Began: MVR 76.4 Million Disbursed to Fishermen

Five Months Since 48-Hour Payments Began: MVR 76.4 Million Disbursed to Fishermen

12 May 2025

President's 48-Hour Promise: Record Maintained for Uninterrupted Payments to Fishermen

President's 48-Hour Promise: Record Maintained for Uninterrupted Payments to Fishermen

Official MIFCO price board

Catch

tonnes / month

Landed this year

11,810 tonnes

Paid this year

211.4M MVR

MNDF active in stopping foreign fishing boats

Fishermen to get subsidized fuel in all but two atolls: Minister Shiyam

Fishermen to get subsidized fuel in all but two atolls: Minister Shiyam

Fisherman Dies After Diving for Bait

Fisherman Dies After Diving for Bait

7 Jun 2026

White alert issued for some northern and central atolls due to expected strong winds and rough seas

White alert issued for some northern and central atolls due to expected strong winds and rough seas

4 Jun 2026

White Alert issued for Huvadhu Atoll due to expected rain and strong winds

White Alert issued for Huvadhu Atoll due to expected rain and strong winds

4 Jun 2026

Nationwide Reef Fishing Tournament to Mark World Oceans Day

Nationwide Reef Fishing Tournament to Mark World Oceans Day

20 illegally moored vessels fined in Male' and Villimale' lagoons

20 illegally moored vessels fined in Male' and Villimale' lagoons

10 Jun 2026

Need to Prioritise Ocean Research and Maximise Benefits: Minister Shiyam

Need to Prioritise Ocean Research and Maximise Benefits: Minister Shiyam

8 Jun 2026

Ministry Assures Continuous Efforts to Stop Illegal Fishing

Ministry Assures Continuous Efforts to Stop Illegal Fishing

2 May 2026

MIFCO Opens Dried Fish Factory in Kanduoiygiri

MIFCO Opens Dried Fish Factory in Kanduoiygiri

IITE Maritime Academy to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2

IITE Maritime Academy to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2

6 Jun 2026

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2 on June 5

MTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2 on June 5

30 May 2026

IITE Maritime Academy to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2

IITE Maritime Academy to start a new batch of Niyami Course-2

23 May 2026

Keyolha and GA. Vilingili Council Hold Discussions to Conduct Fisheries-Related Activities

Maldives and Bangladesh Discuss Technical Cooperation in Fisheries Sector

Maldives and Bangladesh Discuss Technical Cooperation in Fisheries Sector

20 May 2026

Fisheries Minister meets with EU Parliament members

Fisheries Minister meets with EU Parliament members

14 May 2026

Foreign Minister Calls on International Organizations to Work Together Towards a Common Goal to Promote Sustainable Fisheries

Foreign Minister Calls on International Organizations to Work Together Towards a Common Goal to Promote Sustainable Fisheries

12 May 2026

Efforts Underway to Strengthen Maldives' Role in Responsibly Managing Indian Ocean Resources: Minister

Efforts Underway to Strengthen Maldives' Role in Responsibly Managing Indian Ocean Resources: Minister

11 May 2026

10 Mar 2025

Action Demanded Against Vessels Supplying Goods Using Fishing Licenses

Action Demanded Against Vessels Supplying Goods Using Fishing Licenses

3 Mar 2025

Green Signal for Fishermen to Receive Ramadan Allowance in the Future!

Green Signal for Fishermen to Receive Ramadan Allowance in the Future!

24 Feb 2025

14 Ice Plants Operated by Fenaka Handed Over to MIFCO

14 Ice Plants Operated by Fenaka Handed Over to MIFCO

15 Feb 2025

Keyolha Maldives
Kashmir Garden Residence, Janavaree Hingun Male, 20052, Republic of Maldives.

Phone+(960) 400 9449 Hotline+(960) 953 1616 Mailinfo@keyolha.com

Home At Sea Community Policy Business Opportunities World Discussion Contact

Advertise with us Advertiser login→

© 2026 Keyolha. All rights reserved.Back to top↑

Place your ad here — Footer (house)

Advertisement

Place your ad here — In-feed (house)

Advertisement

Place your ad here — In-feed (house)

Advertisement

Place your ad here — Hero (house)

Advertisement

Keyolha — Sustainable Pole & Line (house)

Advertisement

Keyolha

Home News At Sea Community Policy Business Opportunities World Discussion Advertise with us

Edition

English|ދިވެހި

News At Sea Community Policy Business Opportunities World Discussion

English ދިވެހި

Latest

New FAD design to be deployed next monthMTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on July 20MIFCO Products Showcased at Halal Expo in BangkokMMRI and HDC reach an agreement for coral reef restoration and monitoringWork on 11 New Ice Plants to Commence Shortly to Resolve Ice Shortages for FishermenNew FAD design to be deployed next monthMTI to start a new batch of Niyami Course Level 2 on July 20MIFCO Products Showcased at Halal Expo in BangkokMMRI and HDC reach an agreement for coral reef restoration and monitoringWork on 11 New Ice Plants to Commence Shortly to Resolve Ice Shortages for Fishermen