Indonesia's prized lobster export in peril
The United States has included Indonesian lobsters (udang) from PT BMS as one of the species on its red list, sparking concerns over the future of this lucrative export industry.
According to sources, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a warning that lobsters from PT BMS may not meet the country's strict certification standards. This means that exports from the Indonesian company could be blocked unless they meet the required regulations.
The move is seen as a major blow to Indonesia's lobster export industry, which has been a significant contributor to the country's foreign exchange earnings. The export of live lobsters from PT BMS, particularly to the US market, generates substantial revenue for Indonesian fishermen and exporters.
Industry experts say that this development highlights the need for improved oversight and regulation of Indonesia's seafood exports to ensure compliance with international standards. "This is a wake-up call for our regulators to take action and strengthen our export controls," said one expert.
The red list notification does not affect lobsters from PT BMS that have already been certified by Indonesian authorities. However, it serves as a warning to the company and other exporters to ensure compliance with US regulations in order to avoid disruptions to their exports.
The United States has included Indonesian lobsters (udang) from PT BMS as one of the species on its red list, sparking concerns over the future of this lucrative export industry.
According to sources, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a warning that lobsters from PT BMS may not meet the country's strict certification standards. This means that exports from the Indonesian company could be blocked unless they meet the required regulations.
The move is seen as a major blow to Indonesia's lobster export industry, which has been a significant contributor to the country's foreign exchange earnings. The export of live lobsters from PT BMS, particularly to the US market, generates substantial revenue for Indonesian fishermen and exporters.
Industry experts say that this development highlights the need for improved oversight and regulation of Indonesia's seafood exports to ensure compliance with international standards. "This is a wake-up call for our regulators to take action and strengthen our export controls," said one expert.
The red list notification does not affect lobsters from PT BMS that have already been certified by Indonesian authorities. However, it serves as a warning to the company and other exporters to ensure compliance with US regulations in order to avoid disruptions to their exports.