PENGGUNAAN TEKNOLOGI AKUAKULTUR SISTEM BIOFLOK DALAM PROSES PRODUKSI PEMBESARAN IKAN KONSUMSI DI LAHAN SEMPIT

Abstract

The cultivation of tilapia fish presents promising business prospects in the fisheries sector,
particularly in Pangandaran Regency. Despite existing efforts to promote tilapia fish cultivation in
various villages and sub-districts, the increasing demand for consumption has led to unmet
community needs. Limited cultivation land poses a challenge in fulfilling this demand. The adoption
of aquaculture technology, specifically the biofloc system, offers a solution to optimize land use and
address water conservation concerns. Biofloc technology enables fish farmers to minimize land
requirements while enhancing fisheries production efficiency. The key partners involved in the
implementation of biofloc technology in tilapia fish cultivation in narrow land areas are the Tidar
fisheries business group and the Bina Mandiri fisheries business group, both situated in Pangandaran
Regency. The primary issues faced by these fish cultivator groups include traditional cultivation
techniques, simplicity and ineffectiveness in tilapia fish production, dependence on manufactured feed
due to limited knowledge in feed processing, and the challenge of restricted land availability.By
introducing and implementing the biofloc system, these challenges can be effectively addressed,
providing a sustainable and efficient solution for tilapia fish cultivation in Pangandaran Regency.
This initiative not only meets the increasing market demand for tilapia fish but also promotes
environmentally conscious and economically viable aquaculture practices.