IPB University Develops Innovative Transdisciplinary Approach for Sustainable Fisheries Management
A professor from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science at IPB University has introduced a transdisciplinary approach intended to support sustainable and equitable development in capture fisheries. Prof. Sugeng Hari Wisudo emphasized the interconnectedness of various sectors, including agriculture and mining, which influence water ecosystems, stating that issues faced by fisheries originate from factors outside the fisheries sector itself.
Framework for Sustainable Fisheries Development
During a press conference preceding the IPB University Professorial Scientific Oration, Prof. Sugeng outlined a sustainable fisheries development system that integrates multiple methodologies to address complex governance challenges. This framework employs Hard System Methodology (HSM), which offers a dynamic and adaptable model aimed at improving sustainable fisheries management.
Addressing Social Challenges with SSM
Additionally, the application of Soft System Methodology (SSM) is utilized to address social challenges and manage conflicts among relevant stakeholders. This approach facilitates the development of a model that can manage social, economic, and ecological issues, thus enabling the creation of adaptable fisheries models that reflect various regional contexts and involve integrated policy assessments based on complex socio-economic ecosystems.
Importance of a Comprehensive Strategy
Prof. Sugeng noted the importance of a comprehensive strategy in creating a sustainable and equitable capture fisheries system, particularly to confront urgent issues such as poverty among fishers, resource overexploitation, and the degradation of marine ecosystems. He argued that a transdisciplinary methodology is essential for establishing inclusive, adaptive, and sustainable management frameworks that require collaboration across multiple disciplines and sectors.
Research and Policy Development
His research has led to the formulation of macro-level policy and governance models using HSM and SSM, as well as micro-level applications through innovative engineering approaches designed for small-scale capture fisheries. This systems-focused approach is deemed critical for addressing the complexities involved in the management of capture fisheries, which spans activities from upstream to downstream effects.
(Source: IPB University)
