Indonesia has a large potential for marine products. In fact, with this, Indonesian marine products can support national food security. The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) sees this opportunity. This is based on predictions of increasing protein needs in line with population growth. "This could be a food crisis for several countries, but for Indonesia as a maritime country it is actually an opportunity," said the Marketing Director of the Directorate General for Strengthening the Competitiveness of Marine and Fishery Products (PDSPKP), Erwin Dwiyana when speaking at the "Bahari Discussion: Making Fish a Solution" forum. Food Security," citing an official statement, Monday (14/11/2022). Erwin revealed that Indonesia has fishery resources to take advantage of this opportunity. For the development of domestic human resources, fish can be a solution to the problem of stunting as well as creating a superior generation. As for the 9th Harkannas, it is a momentum to remind the public about this. "Talking about stunting, it's not just about not being tall enough or not having enough weight, but also saving your intelligence with a rich intake of omega 3," explained Erwin. Not only that, Erwin said that fish also has a large market opportunity and can have an impact on people's welfare. In fact, the total market value of finfish will touch USD 175 billion in 2028. In the same vein, Head of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Service for Central Kalimantan Province, Darliansjah said the Covid-19 pandemic has made governments in various countries aware of the importance of food security. Moreover, people are more oriented towards safe and healthy food and this condition makes food products based on white meat or fish tend to increase significantly. As a response to these conditions, the Provincial Government of Central Kalimantan has formulated fish as part of food security which is demonstrated by the development of food centers such as aquaculture centers, capture fisheries centers, and fish processing centers. "We have included it in the 2021-2026 Regional Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJPMD), fish as part of food security and part of efforts to reduce the prevalence of stunting," he said.
In the same forum, Head of Central Forikan, dr. Djoko Maryono reminded the first 1,000 days of life (HPK) as a golden period that cannot be played back. He also asked every parent to pay more attention when their child was in that period. "At 1,000 HPK is a blueprint for a child's brain to form, so it is absolutely necessary to fulfill adequate nutrition during this period," explained Djoko. Meanwhile, the Regional Secretary of Parigi Moutong Regency, Zulfinasran emphasized the readiness of his area to host the 9th Harkannas which will be held on November 21. As an area located in Tomini Bay, Parigi Moutong offers the best fishery products for distribution to various regions in Indonesia and export markets. "We are very ready to host Harkannas, the hope is that through this activity we want to show the potential and opportunities for fisheries in Parigi Moutong," he said. For information, the 9th Harkannas will be centered in Parigi Moutong from 19-21 November. A number of activities such as national level fish cooking competitions, beach cleaning and shrimp harvesting will be part of this year's Harkannas event. Previously, the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Sakti Wahyu Trenggono reminded the public about the importance of eating fish through the Movement to Popularize Eating Fish (Gemarikan). Through the program carried out with the ministries/agencies, Minister Trenggono hopes to increase the fish consumption rate (MMR) every year.
It doesn't feel like the moment of National Fish Day (Harkannas) is near. Every November 21, the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) holds a National Harkannas commemoration. This year, the highlight of the Harkannas commemoration will take place in Parigi Moutong Regency, Central Sulawesi Province from 19-21 November 2022. Ahead of the peak event of Harkannas, KKP again echoed the campaign for processed fish consumption. In addition to its nutritional composition which is not inferior to imported fish, the price is more affordable and easy to process. "So we should be proud, the fish menu typical of the Archipelago is very high in protein," said the Director of Processing and Quality Development of the Directorate General for Strengthening the Competitiveness of Marine and Fishery Products (PDSPKP), Widya Rusyanto when speaking at a webinar entitled "Eating Fish Prevents Stunting, Increases Brain Performance and National Resilience", Tuesday (8/11/2022). The webinar, which was opened by the Marketing Director of the Directorate General of PDSPKP, Erwin Dwiyana, is part of a series of commemorations of the 9th National Fish Day (Harkannas). Widya gave an example of milkfish in 100 grams of the Palumara fish menu, which has a protein value of up to 20 grams, equivalent to salmon. Then the iron content (FE) reaches 2 milligrams compared to salmon which is only 0.25 milligrams. Even smoked skipjack and shredded tuna, each have a protein content of 34.2 grams and 27.2 grams. On this occasion, Widya invited the public to like to eat fish. Besides being nutritious and acceptable to all, processed fish is also energy efficient because it cooks faster when processed than other animal proteins. "There is no reason not to like fish, the nutrition is certain, it is more affordable and also energy efficient because it is processed quickly," he continued.
