Last February, LINI conducted a series of trainings for local tuna suppliers in South Buru, including Koperasi Simpang 3 Darmabuana and its members, as well as fishers in Pasir Putih and Air Ternate villages. The trainings focused on taking “baby steps” to improve the local community’s capacity in three key areas: organizational management, safety at sea, and post-harvest. Strengthening Cooperative Management…
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…
Small-scale octopus fishers encounter an extensive number of difficulties and dangers that are far greater than those they would face on land. The risks of working at sea are increased by the constant danger of unpredictable weather patterns and restricted access to medical services. Last January, fishers from the Banggai Islands in Central Sulawesi, including…
The Pas Kecil, a Vessel’s Nationality Certificate, is intended for vessels with a gross tonnage of less than 7 GT and is issued by the Director General of Sea Transportation, Ministry of Transportation. Despite the cost-free process, many small-scale fishers’ boats do not yet have Pas Kecil, due to a lack necessary paperwork. One of the requirements is…
On 21 November, 2023, Indonesia celebrates Hari Ikan Nasional (National Fisheries Day), acknowledging the pivotal role of fisheries sector in securing both our food and economic stability. As an archipelago nation blessed with diverse biodiversity, nature, cultures, and ethnicities, a holistic approach to managing our fisheries through inclusive and collaborative initiatives is necessary. Inclusivity lies at the core…
LINI is excited to announce our return to the Banda Islands, where we are actively engaged in a variety of programs aimed at supporting local communities. This initiative has been made possible through the generous support of the NAPA Seafood Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in California that is committed to making a positive global…