Indonesian fisheries absorb 4,680 tons of fishermen's catch until August 2024

Published 2024년 9월 10일

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PT Perikanan Indonesia (Persero), or Perindo, is taking over the absorption of fishermen's catches across Indonesia, in line with the Government Regulation No. 99 of 2021. Between January and August 2024, the company has already absorbed 4,680 tons of catches, valued at IDR 107 billion from 1,305 fishing partners. The absorbed fish are then processed and marketed domestically and internationally. Perindo is seeking support from the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries to become an aggregator in the Measured Fishing program and plans to obtain fishing quotas through collaborations with fishing partners, investor partners, or by using company-owned vessels. This initiative aims to involve more fishermen and ensure a stable fish supply throughout Indonesia.

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Reporter: Dimas Andi | Editor: Wahyu T.Rahmawati KONTAN.CO.ID - JAKARTA. PT Perikanan Indonesia (Persero) or Perindo is ready to continue its commitment to improving the welfare of fishermen by absorbing (off-taking) their catches throughout Indonesia. As the only state-owned enterprise in the fisheries sector, Perikanan Indonesia plays an important role in encouraging the inclusivity of fishermen by involving them in the production process of the fisheries industry. This step is in accordance with the mandate of Government Regulation (PP) No. 99 of 2021 which assigns Perikanan Indonesia to act as an off-taker of fishermen's catches to increase and support the availability, affordability, inclusiveness and quality of national fishery products. Perikanan Indonesia Operations Director Fajar Widisasono revealed that within eight months, namely January-August 2024, the company had absorbed 4,680 tons of fishermen's catches. This volume is equivalent to a valuation of IDR 107 billion. ...

Source: Kontan