lautnusantara.comAs the world’s largest archipelagic country, Indonesia possesses extraordinary potential in its fisheries and marine sector. Beyond capture fisheries, the aquaculture subsector is rapidly expanding and has become a major pillar of Indonesia's blue economy. With growing market demand, both domestically and for export, aquaculture is proving to be a highly promising business field.

Aquaculture Potential

Indonesia’s diverse aquatic ecosystems—ponds, freshwater, brackish water, and open seas—are ideal for aquaculture development. Key cultivated commodities include:

• Vannamei shrimp (export champion)

• Catfish and tilapia (domestic staples)

• Seaweed (export and food industry)

• Crabs, mussels, and oysters (culinary market)

Given the high national fish consumption, this sector offers vast opportunities for both large-scale investors and MSMEs.

Innovation and Supporting Technologies

Modern aquaculture is supported by technological advancements such as:

• Biofloc systems for efficient freshwater farming

• Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time water quality monitoring

• Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) for eco-friendly farming

• Digital apps for direct-to-consumer seafood marketing

These innovations not only increase productivity but also create new business opportunities in supporting sectors.

Government Support

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), actively promotes aquaculture development via:

• Aquaculture Village Programs

• Micro-credit schemes (KUR)

• Training and quality seed distribution

• Export facilitation and international promotion

Such support fosters a conducive environment for new entrepreneurs and business expansion.

Challenges and Solutions

Despite its promise, aquaculture faces several challenges:

• Dependence on imported feed

• Climate change and fish diseases

• Limited infrastructure in coastal areas

Solutions include collaborative research, strengthening cooperatives, and applying adaptive and sustainable technologies.

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