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Oreochromis spp fish is a type of freshwater fish that has been widely cultivated in the world. This fish is one of the export commodities of fishery products. There are many countries that import Oreochromis spp . Six countries that import Oreochromis spp   that have the largest value in a row in 2022 include:  1. United State of America at $34,242,000. 2. Ireland at $8,959,000. 3. Canada at $6,501,000. 4. Belgium at $3,725,000. 5. Qatar at $2,584,000. 6. United Arab Emirates at $1,619,000. Red Tilapia fish (Oreochromis spp) (www.shutterstock.com) Oreochromis spp which has HS code 030271 (Fresh or chilled tilapia ( Oreochromis spp. )) is widely imported by the United States. When viewed from table 1 below, the United States is the largest importer of Fresh or chilled tilapia ( Oreochromis spp .) When viewed in the trade balance column in 2022 the United States has a high trade balance value when compared to the other five importing countries which amounted to $ -27,211,000....

Whiteleg shrimps is one of Indonesia's mainstay aquaculture products for export. The export prospect of whiteleg shrimps is supported by a relatively short cultivation time of about three months. In addition, the advantages of whiteleg shrimps have a high survival rate. whiteleg shrimps have a wide market share in various countries.  Whiteleg shrimps (shutterstock.com) The largest shrimp exporting countries (Shrimps and prawns, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled) in the world in 2022 were Thailand with 17,564 tons, China with 8,230 tons and Indonesia with 7,445 tons (www.trademap.org).  Exports of whiteleg shrimps can make a significant contribution to the Indonesian economy. Export revenues can help drive the fisheries sector and create jobs. One of the fishery commodities that has the opportunity to be exported is shrimp. One type of shrimp is whiteleg shrimps. The commodity whiteleg shrimps has HS Code 03063612 (whiteleg shrimps (Litopenaeus vannamei), live, br...

The Geophagus Brasiliensis fish is a fish native to South America. It is found in the countries of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. This fish is a type of freshwater fish that lives in rivers and lakes. In nature Geophagus Brasiliensis fish reproduce by laying eggs. This fish lives in waters with moderate levels of lighting. Geophagus Brasiliensis fish has a beautiful shape and color so that many ornamental fish hobbyists keep this fish in the aquarium.  Geophagus Brasiliensis fish (shutterstock.com) When we are going to keep Geophagus Brasiliensis fish in the aquarium there are several things that need to be considered. There are four things that we need to pay attention to, namely:  1. The place where the fish is kept. To keep Geophagus Brasiliensis fish, an aquarium made of glass can be chosen. The aquarium can be round or rectangular. The amount of water needed to keep Geophagus Brasiliensis fish is 125 liters.  Rocks and aquatic plants can also be installed i...

Gymnogeophagus gymnogenys fish is a type of freshwater fish. This fish comes from South America, precisely in the countries of Brazil and Uruguay. Gymnogeophagus gymnogenys fish live in public waters, namely living on the riverbed.  In the process of breeding Gymnogeophagus gymnogenys fish breed by laying eggs. For ornamental fish lovers, Gymnogeophagus gymnogenys can be used as a pet fish that is placed in an aquarium in your home.  Gymnogeophagus gymnogenys fish (shutterstock.com) Keeping fish in an aquarium has many benefits, one of which is to relieve stress when we see fish in the aquarium.  When starting to keep Gymnogeopyhagus gymnogenys fish in an aquarium there are several things that we need to consider, namely the maintenance container, water quality, feed and care.  1. Maintenance Container.  Gymnogeopyhagus gymnogenys fish can be kept in a rectangular aquarium. The amount of water needed to keep this fish is as much as 100 liters.  2. Water qua...

Gourami and tilapia are both types of freshwater fish. Both fish in Indonesia are a type of fish that is widely cultivated by fish farmers and these fish are often used as consumption fish. From the similarities of the place of life of fish in freshwater and is a type of commonly cultivated consumption fish, Gurami fish and tilapia fish both have several differences. These differences can be described in the explanation below:  1. Scales fish.  Gourami fish have large and rough scales while Tilapia fish scales are small and smooth.  Gourami fish (shutterstock.com) 2. Body shape. The body shape of Gourami fish has an oval body shape, rather long, flat, and high back while the body shape of Tilapia fish has an elongated and flattened body shape to the side. 3. Traits and habits.  Judging from its nature and habits, gourami fish have a calmer and less active nature than tilapia. Gourami fish usually live in deeper waters while tilapia fish are usually more often found i...

In order for the arowana fish kept in the aquarium to grow healthy and strong, the feed given to the arowana fish must be good. The feed given to arowana fish must be clean and contain high nutrition. This Arowana fish is a type of canivorous fish that eats meat. In the wild, arowana fish are predatory and have a variety of food choices. Some of the favorite foods of arowana fish in their natural habitat are small fish, insects, frogs, shrimps and small amphibians.  shutterstock.com The food given to the Arowana fish must be in accordance with the age and size of the fish's mouth opening. For Arowana fish that are still small with mouth openings that are not yet wide, the right food to give to these fish is frozen blood worms or silk worms. These frozen bloodworms can be easily obtained at ornamental fish shops.  In addition to frozen blood worms, Arowana fish kept in aquariums can be fed in the form of Arowana pellets, make sure the pellets given to Arowana must have nutrient...

Fish harvesting is the activity of collecting production results from aquaculture activities. In harvesting fish, there are two types of harvesting used depending on the type of fish commodity being raised. The harvesting activities include:  1. Simultaneous Harvesting. Simultaneous harvesting is a fish harvesting activity carried out by catching and selling all the fish raised in the pond. The simultaneous harvesting process usually involves draining the pond. For example, for each type of fish, simultaneous harvesting can be applied. shutterstock.com 2. Partial harvesting.  Partial harvesting is a common fish harvesting activity in the enlargement stage, where harvesting is done only on fish of a certain size that are in demand by consumers or the market. For example, in the gourami fish species, partial harvesting can be applied. This harvesting technique is done by partially reducing the volume of water in the rearing pond. The basic principle that needs to be considered i...

Illegal fishing is a fishing activity that is unauthorized or violates the provisions of fisheries legislation. Illegal fishing can be carried out by national or foreign vessels in waters under the jurisdiction of the country, without permission from the country, or contrary to its laws and regulations.  shutterstock.com According to the Regulation of the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of the Republic of Indonesia No.37/Permen-KP/2017 Illegal Fishing is an unauthorized fishery activity or fishery activity carried out contrary to the provisions of laws and regulations in the field of fisheries. Illegal fishing has several causes that affect the prevalence of this activity in Indonesian waters. The following factors contribute to illegal fishing: market demands due to high demand for fisheries products, lack of awareness caused by the human factor itself, conflicts between countries, economic disparity, limited funds for monitoring operations, limited monitoring facilitie...