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APRI 2nd Quarterly Meeting: Strategic Collaboration for Sustainable Blue Swimming Crab Fisheries

The 2nd Quarterly Meeting of the Indonesian Blue Swimming Crab Association (APRI) marked a significant milestone in strengthening cross-sector collaboration toward a more sustainable and inclusive future for Indonesia’s aquaculture and fisheries industry — particularly for the blue swimming crab (BSC) commodity.

This key event brought together major stakeholders and policy influencers to engage in deep discussions on the current challenges and opportunities in the sector. Featured speakers included:

🔹 Mr. Erwin Dwiyana, S.Pi., M.Sc. – Director of Marketing, Directorate General of Strengthening the Competitiveness of Marine and Fishery Products, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP)
🔹 Prof. Dr. Ir. Indra Jaya, M.Sc. – Chair of the National Commission on Fish Stock Assessment (Komnas Kajiskan)
🔹 Mr. Supito, S.Pi., M.Si. – Head of BBPBAP Jepara (Brackishwater Aquaculture Development Center)
🔹 Mr. Boyun Handoyo, S.Pi., M.Si. – Head of BPBAP Takalar (Marine Aquaculture Development Center)
🔹 Mr. Nur Muflich Juniyanto, S.Pi., M.Si. – Head of BPBAT Sungai Gelam (Freshwater Aquaculture Development Center)

The discussions focused on identifying actionable strategies to address on-the-ground challenges while enhancing productivity, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability within the BSC aquaculture system.

This meeting reaffirmed APRI’s role as a collaborative platform that bridges the gap between government, science, and industry players — working together to ensure the future of Indonesia’s blue swimming crab fishery is secure, competitive, and environmentally responsible.