As we close 2024, we celebrate the commitment of fishers from Bokan Kepulauan Sub-District, Banggai Laut, Central Sulawesi, and Talaga Raya Sub-District, Buton Tengah, Southeast Sulawesi. These fishers have pledged to adopt nets, an environmentally friendly fishing techniques, as part of their dedication to sustainable practices. These marine aquarium fishers recently attended their first-ever training…
In a significant step towards sustainable fisheries management, the coastal community of Popisi Village in Banggai Utara, Central Sulawesi, has taken the lead in safeguarding its marine resources. A recent technical workshop, organized by LINI in collaboration with local government agencies, equipped a community-based fisheries surveillance group (POKMASWAS) with the essential skills to effectively oversee the…
Indonesia has long been recognized as a major contributor to the global marine aquarium trade, serving as a key supplier of coral reef fishes since the 1990s. Government statistics from 2017 reveal that Indonesia exported a staggering 2.61 million fish from approximately 700 species, generating an annual income of approximately $7.2 million USD. This thriving…
On October 5, 2023, a training session was held to introduce the coral guidebook to Indonesian authorities responsible for managing coral trade. The guidebook was developed in collaboration with scientists from the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), UK, and the Indonesian Coral Reef Foundation (TERANGI). It serves as a tool for identifying…
Summary: LINI continues to monitor and support the activities of various stakeholders in the Banggai Archipelago. These activities have helped in regulating the trade quotas proposed in 2010. Author: Gayatri Lilley