As a maritime country with 5.8 million square kilometers of sea area, Indonesia holds immense potential to become a leading player in the global aquaculture industry. Among its many aquaculture commodities, shrimp farming stands out, accounting for approximately 35% of Indonesia’s aquaculture export value.

Recognized as the world's third-largest shrimp producer, Indonesia’s farmed-shrimp industry is expected to grow by 8% annually. To achieve the vision of becoming the number one shrimp producer, adopting modern technologies is crucial. Innovations such as automatic feeding systems, aeration equipment, and key performance indicator monitoring tools ensure the production of high-quality shrimp—from the farming stage to the final product.

A New Challenge for the Aquaculture Industry

In 2022, the Indonesian government launched the “Aquaculture Village” program to develop integrated aquaculture farms. This initiative aims to boost aquaculture production for exports, contributing to economic recovery and meeting rising global demand. Additionally, it strengthens Indonesia’s food security and creates employment opportunities.

Bahtera’s Aquaculture Experts emphasize that the success of this visionary program depends on three critical factors:

  1. Environmental Sustainability
  2. Infrastructure Development
  3. Skilled Human Resources

Given Indonesia’s vast coastline, access to essential infrastructure like electricity, and its wealth of coastal human resources, the experts remain optimistic about the program’s long-term sustainability.

The Role of Water Quality in Sustainable Farming

One of the key factors in sustainable aquaculture is maintaining good water quality. A reliable disinfection solution is critical to achieving this goal. Stockmeier’s Peracetic Acid offers a greener and highly effective option for disinfecting aquaculture farms.

Key benefits of Stockmeier’s Peracetic Acid include:

  • Effectiveness against all types of microorganisms, even in low concentrations and at low temperatures.
  • Minimal environmental impact, as it decomposes into oxygen after use.

This innovative solution ensures clean and safe farming environments while supporting sustainability in aquaculture practices.

Driving Sustainability Forward

With great potential comes great responsibility. Embracing sustainable practices not only secures Indonesia’s place in the global aquaculture industry but also protects our planet for future generations.

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