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Indonesian fisheries production and export trends

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Indonesia is experiencing growth in its fisheries sector, marked by significant export values and increased production. At During the JISTE 2026 event in Japan, Indonesian seafood exports, such as tuna and octopus, first half of 2026, fisheries exports reached Rp 3.49 trillion. However, domestic challenges remain, $3 billion, totaling 566,250 tons. These products were shipped to 152 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, with key commodities including low monthly incomes for fishermen whiteleg shrimp, seaweed, tuna, and product spoilage caused by inadequate cold chain management. various crab species. By the second quarter of 2026, national fisheries production rose to 6.78 million tons. This includes 1.79 million tons from capture fisheries, representing an increase from the first quarter. This growth is being supported by a government initiative to modernize the national fleet through the domestic construction of 1,582 modern fishing vessels by 2028. To complement production increases, Despite economic gains, domestic and security challenges remain. Issues such as low monthly incomes for fishermen and product spoilage due to inadequate cold chain management persist. Furthermore, experts have called emphasized the need for a unified national maritime surveillance system system. While agencies currently utilize radar, Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS), and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), there is a critical need to integrate this data from various agencies for improved security to improve early warning capabilities and decision-making. operational decision-making in Indonesia’s vast waters.

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