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PT Sumber Mina Bahari Distributes Crab Pots in Pamekasan, Madura to Support NOAA-Recommended Sustainable Fishing Practices

by adminapri December 17, 2025 0 comments

The transition toward sustainable fishing practices continues across the Indonesian blue swimming crab industry. PT Sumber Mina Bahari (PT SMB) has officially conducted another distribution of environmentally friendly crab pots (bubu) in Pamekasan, Madura, strengthening the implementation of responsible fishing practices across the local supply chain.

This activity is part of a wider commitment to support sustainable blue swimming crab fisheries and comply with international environmental standards for marine export products.

Distribution Activity in Pamekasan, Madura

The event took place at a crab-meat peeling site located in Pamekasan, gathering fishers from several coastal villages who still operate gillnets. Through this program, these fishers received crab pots as alternative fishing gears that align with current sustainability guidelines.

Beyond distribution, fishers also received information related to responsible fishing methods, traceability requirements, and regulatory standards required for export markets.

Why Crab Pots Are Being Prioritized

Crab pots are considered selective fishing gear designed to:

reduce bycatch

minimize interaction with marine mammals

protect juvenile crab populations

improve long-term stock sustainability

This shift from nets to pots is part of an ongoing fishing gear transformation program taking place across Indonesia’s blue swimming crab supply chain.

Aligned with NOAA and Export Compliance

One of the key objectives of the distribution is ensuring that Indonesian processors and suppliers comply with NOAA export policies, particularly regarding the use of CF (Conservation Friendly) fishing gears.

The recommendation for crab pot usage comes directly from NOAA to support:

lower environmental impact

improved traceability

sustainable catch production

export continuity for the United States market

By adopting crab pots, fishers and processors strengthen their compliance with U.S. standards, ensuring continuous market access and long-term business resilience.

Supporting Local Fishers and Their Livelihoods

The program not only protects marine resources—but also protects local livelihoods. Ensuring sustainable catch availability means fishers can continue earning income while preserving blue swimming crab resources for future generations.

PT SMB’s direct participation demonstrates the increasing role of industry stakeholders in supporting fishermen through practical field implementation rather than policy discussion alone.

Strengthening Indonesia’s Blue Swimming Crab Supply Chain

This initiative contributes to the long-term sustainability of one of Indonesia’s most valuable seafood commodities. By supporting responsible and traceable fishing practices:

-ecosystems remain productive
-supply chains remain competitive
-international export remains open
-fishers benefit economically
-seafood quality is preserved

The crab pot distribution conducted by PT Sumber Mina Bahari in Pamekasan, Madura represents a strategic step toward a more resilient and sustainable blue swimming crab fishery in Indonesia. With growing global expectations on sustainable seafood production, field-level actions such as this strengthen Indonesia’s readiness for international markets—while ensuring marine resources remain available for generations to come.