SEAFDEC/IFRDMD took part in the Bulan Bakti (Service Month) organized by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF), which this year carried the theme “26 Years with MMAF: Moving, Impactful, and Sustainable to Realize Golden Indonesia.” The event was attended by Mr. Toru Shimoda, Deputy Chief of SEAFDEC/IFRDMD, together with staff, and was hosted by the Research Institute for Inland Fisheries and Extension (RIIFE) at its Palembang office. Held on Friday, 24 October 2025, the activity began with a morning exercise…

As part of the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) celebration themed “26 Years with MMAF: Moving, Impactful, and Sustainable toward Golden Indonesia”, SEAFDEC/IFRDMD, in collaboration with the Research Institute for Inland Fisheries and Extension (RIIFE), conducted an educational support initiative by donating fish fingerlings produced at the SPEECTRA Zone in Patra Tani, Muara Enim, to MAN 1 Palembang. This initiative serves as a tangible demonstration of collaboration between research and educational…

The Chief of SEAFDEC/IFRDMD, Mr. Andi Soesmono, reported the plan for implementing a research activity entitled “Assessment of the Potential of Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECM) in the Kolam Air Jangkang Area, Riding Panjang Village, Bangka”, which will be conducted from 2025 to 2026. This activity represents a collaborative effort among SEAFDEC/IFRDMD, PT Timah Tbk, the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), IPB University, and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF). The study…

Every year on October 2, Indonesia commemorates National Batik Day, an occasion that highlights the nation’s pride in its rich cultural heritage. The celebration goes beyond simply wearing beautifully patterned garments; it serves as a reflection of national identity and appreciation for traditional craftsmanship. National Batik Day was officially established following the recognition of Indonesian batik as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO on October 2, 2009. Since then, this date has stood as a symbol…