Around 80% (240,400 Ha) of the total 300,500 Ha of shrimp farms in Indonesia is carried out in traditional/extensive method mainly by smallholders/farmers in coastal areas. Traditional polyculture shrimp farming is environmentally friendly (i.e., use mainly natural feed, no or limited inputs of artificial feed and chemicals), has low stocking density, and farmers in certain locations also maintain mangroves in their ponds. Therefore, traditional shrimp farming can be potentially certified as organic shrimp or eco-label shrimp farming.

GQSP Indonesia 2

GQSP Indonesia 2 aims to promote sustainable polyculture shrimp farming by improving farming practices through the implementation of the SOP of Traditional Shrimp Farming Plus (TSFP), with the goal of increasing farming productivities. In addition, mangrove plantation programs will be promoted to support the sustainability of shrimp farming practices. The ecosystem services provided by mangroves will also be explored, including the potential for mangrove eco-tourism as an additional source of income for shrimp farmers.

Project Approach

Traditional Shrimp Farming Plus (TSFP)

TSFP system builds upon the existing traditional method by implementing a refined approach to pond preparation, fostering the growth of natural feed, minimizing additional feed usage, and incorporating supplemental aeration when necessary. The programme has joined hands with the Shrimp Forum of Indonesia (FUI) and eFishery to pilot and upscale the TSFP in South Sulawesi and East Java. These collaborations will target smallholders, together with local Fisheries Agencies (DKP) and farmers groups. The pilot locations are in South Sulawesi, namely Maros, Pangkep, and Barru districts, and in East Java, namely Gresik, Sidoarjo, Banyuwangi, and Jember.

Selva Shrimp

In Tarakan, Northern Kalimantan, since October 2023, this project, in partnership with Blueyou of Switzerland (Blueyou), is promoting sustainable traditional polyculture shrimp-milkfish farming integrated with mangrove conservation. This initiative aims to increase shrimp production while significantly contributing to ecosystem rehabilitation.

Next Steps

A strong emphasis on promoting Indonesia’s TSFP within the framework of Indonesian Shrimp Brands will be underscored. The collaboration with national and international off-takers to elevate the TSFP will be intensified, including promoting it through the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative (GSSI) to ensure the inclusion of TSFP in the Seafood MAP. As for Selva Shrimp, the project is aiming to achieve Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and/or EU Organic certification.