International consortium pushes change in Indonesia's tuna fishery

The Indonesian Tuna Consortium, comprising organisations such as MDPI and Fair Trade USA, collaborates with Indonesia’s government and local fishers to implement sustainable practices. A key achievement is the IAW Harvest Strategy, which aims to reduce tuna catch volumes by 10% from 2021 levels. The consortium addresses the unique challenges of Indonesia’s artisanal fishers, fostering local buy-in and promoting responsible fisheries management. It also focuses on improving market strategies and supporting traceability programmes. The initiative highlights the importance of community involvement and multi-stakeholder collaboration in ensuring sustainable fishing practices across Indonesia’s archipelago. (Seafood Source)