Asep Bulkini

“Traditional-plus” shrimp farming can quadruple yields of extensive farmers by the adoption of simple technologies and better management practices.

Shrimp farmers in Indonesia are increasingly turning to UV treatment as an alternative to chemical options for significantly reducing the presence of Vibrio in their ponds.

Indonesian fish farmers are revolutionising aquaculture by producing their own feed, reducing expenses and promoting sustainability.

Although the main market for catfish in Indonesia is currently lower-middle income consumers, farmers can increase the appeal – and price – of the species by ramping up the production of high quality frozen fillets, according to a pioneer in this field.

Indonesian shrimp farmers now have access to – and would be wise to implement – a new range of easy, fast and precise water quality management systems.

Indonesia’s eel farming industry has huge potential – as long as all stakeholders can make a supportive ecosystem – according to Angga Kurniawan, general manager of one of the country’s pioneering eel farms.

Circular shrimp ponds are increasingly being used by small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs in Indonesia, where they are also receiving government backing.