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On May 29 to June 1 2023, JALA had the opportunity to be at the World Aquaculture 2023 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Held in Darwin for the first time since 2014, this event welcomed thousands of attendees from around the world to present and exchange ideas surrounding the future of the aquaculture industry with the theme of “Supporting Strength in Aquaculture”. JALA was honored to join the line of academics, industry researchers, market and industry analysts, government officials, policy makers, and industry representatives to discuss this matter.

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Aquaculture plays an increasingly important role in meeting the challenge of global food security. JALA was represented by Syauqy Nurul Aziz (JALA’s VP of Product) and Lukman Hakim (JALA’s Data Scientist) in this event. In his presentation, Syauqy shared about “Predicting Disease Occurrence in Shrimp Ponds Using Generative Network and  Ensemble Learning”. Disease is one of the biggest challenges in the shrimp cultivation industry. Thus, quick mitigation measures are required to minimize the devastating effects of shrimp disease, one of them being disease monitoring. 

However, disease monitoring is still hardly accessible for shrimp farmers due to the high production costs and need for laboratory facilities. To deal with this issue, JALA has developed a system that is capable of analyzing the risk of disease emergence based on physical water quality parameters and feed management. This system focuses on 4 diseases, namely AHPND, WFD, IMNV, and WSSF. The risk analysis involves a method which combines generative AI for quality improvement and ensemble learning which analyzes disease risks.

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Meanwhile, Lukman shared about “YOLO V8 for Estimation of Shrimp Body Weight From Images”. He discussed the challenges farmers face in doing regular sampling due to the time-consuming process, despite its important role in estimating SR and biomass. Moreover, farmers tend to only record average shrimp weight without considering existing weight variance, causing poor accuracy in the estimations.

JALA has also developed a system to help farmers conduct sampling more quickly using smartphone cameras. This system also allows farmers to gain more detailed information about the weight distribution of their shrimp, thus enabling them to calculate SR and biomass estimates more accurately.

Being at World Aquaculture 2023 with industry players that share a similar passion in improving global aquaculture was certainly one of the highlights of the year for JALA. We do hope that our presentation gave useful insights for the attendees as we keep striving to build new approaches that aim towards building a better shrimp industry.

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Highlights from World Aquaculture 2023: JALA Creates A System to Tackle Shrimp Disease and Sampling Issues

JALA is honored to be invited as part of the [Blue Food Innovation Summit 2023](https://www.bluefoodinnovation.com/) in London, United Kingdom on May 23-24 2023. This year, the summit’s theme is “Investing in Sustainable Aquaculture to Replenish our Oceans”, with the aim of raising global conversation for blue food, sustainable aquaculture, and restorative ocean practices. 

As an end-to-end shrimp farming solution, JALA was chosen as one of the ground-breaking companies to discuss forward-thinking approaches to aquatic food production, including sustainable aquafeed, seaweed, fish health and welfare, and digital platforms for smallholder farmers. We were delighted to meet with aquaculture producers, feed suppliers, health providers, retailers, investors, and innovators in this two-day event.

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Our CEO, Liris Maduningtyas, participated in a panel discussion about sustainable aquatic health with an impressive line-up from companies such as Mowi, Elanco, TIDAL, and MSD Animal Health Intelligence Technology Labs.

During the discussion, Liris shared how JALA has helped small-scale farmers who were previously unfamiliar with technology adoption and data-driven farming through our community development program called Tebar by JALA and Jagoan Tambak. These programs gave technical assistance through technology that JALA has developed including our water quality monitoring device (JALA Baruno) and shrimp farm management app (JALA App). 

Not only that, JALA also provided consultations and regular discussions to ensure that cultivation runs smoothly. At the end of the cycle, JALA helped with providing market access for farmers to sell their shrimp at competitive and fair prices. Just last year, these programs were run in Cirebon, West Java for 2 cultivation cycles, bringing significant improvements for local farmers.

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Moreover, Liris also shared about JALA’s plans to provide fair financing and insurance to small-scale farmers in cooperation with the Financial Services Authority of Indonesia, banks, and insurance companies this year. This project aims to impact at least 250 small-scale farmers in Java. By addressing issues faced by small-scale farmers, JALA paves the way for tech companies to enter a wider market and bring a bigger impact for sustainable aquaculture.

JALA is grateful for the opportunity to meet and engage with companies who are just as passionate as us to bring innovation which restores the ocean ecosystem. This opportunity was made possible through the trust and support of JALA’s stakeholders and farmer communities. We are optimistic that this milestone will bring us another step closer to being the leader in the blue revolution across the shrimp farming industry through big data.

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JALA Shares About Empowering Local Shrimp Farmers in the Blue Food Innovation Summit 2023

Shrimp farmers must be aware of the prediction of the selling price of harvested shrimp as early as possible. By being aware of price predictions, farmers can estimate the ideal price and avoid mistakes that result in loss in determining prices.

As a technology solution for shrimp farming management, JALA App comes with a Shrimp Selling Price Prediction feature that makes them know the shrimp selling price prediction. This feature helps farmers in calculating the selling price prediction of harvested shrimp using personal prices set by the user themself. To improve prediction accuracy, farmers are currently able to use self-made pricing references.  This function has been accommodated in a new feature, namely the Private Shrimp Price Feature.

Private Shrimp Price Feature also becomes a solution for farmers who are unable to find price estimates in their area in the Shrimp Price Feature. The shrimp price that the farmer adds will be kept private and only available for usage by the farmer. This update will further assist farmers in making decisions.

## How to Use Private Shrimp Price Feature
Follow these steps to optimize the use of the Private Shrimp Price Feature:

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1. On the homepage of JALA App for mobile, select Sell Price.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select the Private Shrimp Price option and fill in the form manually as needed. 
4. Select Save.

Price prediction has been successfully made automatically based on personal price and you can already see price prediction as you need.

Private Shrimp Price Feature can be used for free on JALA App for Mobile. Enjoy the convenience of seeing shrimp price prediction in your area anytime and anywhere, right from your fingertips. It’s more practical!

Let’s update your JALA App to enjoy the benefits of this feature. Download it on [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tech.jala.android) or [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/id/app/jala-tech/id1582412818) and start cultivating better.

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Get to Know the Selling Price Prediction of Your Shrimp Accurately with Private Shrimp Price Feature

A new feature has arrived for JALA App for Mobile users. Users can now log in with their phone number. Previously, they could only use their email address.

This new feature allows users to log in in a more secure and convenient way. Now, they no longer have to worry about not remembering their email address or forgetting which active email they used for their JALA account.

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To use this new feature, users can simply click “Log in with Phone Number or Email” on the login page, then enter their mobile phone number and password that have been registered. Make sure that your number has been verified for an easier log in process.

## JALA App for Mobile
JALA App for Mobile helps shrimp farmers manage their farm in one app anytime and anywhere. Farmers can record more than 40 cultivation parameters on the app, learn about current farm conditions, and get forecasts based on actual performance. 

Moreover, farmers can record data despite being in remote locations such as farms with poor signal reception, as the data can be synchronized once the signal recovers. Want to learn cultivation tips, recent updates on the shrimp industry, or shrimp diseases and prices? JALA App for Mobile also provides all that information, while also helping farmers consult their cultivation issues with a responsive team.

Now that this new login feature has arrived, JALA hopes farmers can find even more convenience in shrimp farming. Download and register on [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/id/app/jala-tech/id1582412818) or [Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tech.jala.android) now!

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New Feature from JALA App for Mobile: Log In with Your Phone Number

JALA supports the development of the new generation in the shrimp industry through the Accelerator Program by JALA. This program is held both online and offline for 2 months, starting in early April 2023 to the end of May 2023. Accelerator Program by JALA also aims to prepare final semester students and fresh graduates in the field of fisheries to kickstart their careers in the fisheries industry, especially shrimp farming. 

Delivered in a lively way, Accelerator Program by JALA has successfully facilitated the participants to gain insight into cultivation and learning the soft skills required in the shrimp industry. The material delivered is tailored to the participants’ needs, both in the field and in the broader industrial context. The program covers the fundamentals of cultivation and biosecurity, improving communication skills with customers and farmers, marketing and sales strategies, as well as data collection management and analysis.

This program is divided into three stages, starting with online class, offline class, and finally field class in the end. Participants must go through several selection processes to be able to fully participate in the program. At the beginning of the program or the initial online class, there were 21 participants who joined. After finishing online classes, 15 participants were selected to continue to the offline class stage.

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The offline classes of Accelerator Program by JALA was held at ShrimpHub by JALA Purworejo on May 1-5, 2023. For five days, fifteen participants who came from various regions attended the program with great enthusiasm. 

“I could develop what I have learned in university to be implemented in the farm,” said Andika Irma Dela, one of the participants. “I found the materials to be very interesting, especially about water quality, because it taught me how to properly manage water quality for the profit of cultivation.”

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After attending the offline classes, the 15 participants were selected once again until only 11 remained to participate in the field class at farms around Purworejo. Participants are encouraged to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice with shrimp farmers during the field class.

Through Accelerator Program by JALA, JALA sincerely hopes that the knowledge acquired by the participants will be a valuable benefit to kick start their career in the shrimp industry. The participants are also anticipated to become a competent new generation that is capable of contributing to the advancement of the Indonesian shrimp industry.

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Accelerator Program by JALA: Developing the New Generation in the Shrimp Industry

Vibrio bacteria are a group of bacteria that are commonly found in shrimp ponds. It has the potential to develop into a pathogenic bacteria that causes disease because of its opportunistic nature. _Vibrio harveyi_, _Vibrio alginolyticus_, and _Vibrio parahaemolyticus_ are examples of these bacteria.

Based on the color expression of the colony, Vibrio is categorized into four types:
- Yellow Vibrio colonies, which is a type of _Vibrio cholerae_. This type of Vibrio can cause a decline in pH.
- Green Vibrio colonies, which come from _Vibrio parahaemolyticus_. This type of Vibrio can infect shrimp through wounds in the shrimp’s exoskeleton and spread through hemolymph.
- Black Vibrio colonies, which come from _Vibrio damsela_. This type of Vibrio has the ability to produce H₂S, a toxic gas for shrimp.
- Luminescent Vibrio colonies, which come from _Vibrio harveyi_. This type of Vibrio usually appears when the organic matter in the pond is high.

### Vibrio in shrimp pond
Vibrio is always present in shrimp ponds as part of the ecosystem. Vibrio levels should be regularly monitored to ensure that they do not exceed 1x10⁶ CFU/ml to maintain the balance in the pond. A number of issues may occur if Vibrio has exceeded 1x10⁴ CFU/ml. Furthermore, farmers should take measures if total Vibrio dominates the total bacteria to prevent it from becoming pathogenic.

Vibrio lives at a salinity of 25-40 ppt with an optimal temperature range of 27-36℃ and grows abundantly under conditions of high accumulation of organic matter. Even in an environment with low oxygen levels, Vibrio can still grow by fermenting.

### Vibrio and quorum sensing
Quorum sensing is a communication system or ‘language’ used by bacteria to communicate. Once this communication system develops, Vibrio can be pathogenic and harm the shrimp in the pond. When this communication occurs, that’s when the disease develops, and the more bacteria cells present, the stronger the signal for the communication is because bacteria are single-celled organisms. 

>Quorum sensing is like a plenary meeting in analogy. Once a “quorum” is attained, the meeting has produced an “outcome”. In the case of Vibrio, the “outcome” produced is Vibrio’s ability to become pathogenic.

Some of the consequences of quorum sensing is the occurrence of bioluminescence (the appearance of glow in the dark), toxic substances production, the development of biofilms, and so on. These occurrences may happen when Vibrio dominates the total bacteria in the pond. Thus, it is necessary to control quorum sensing to prevent the development of toxic substances.

## Ways to analyze Vibrio dominance conditions
The analysis is conducted by comparing the trend of Vibrio bacterial density over time. Some farmers conduct weekly or biweekly checks by bringing samples to the laboratory. The dominance of Vibrio over total bacteria is then determined using the laboratory results, with a specific focus on each Vibrio colony’s density.

Farmers can analyze Vibrio dominance trends more easily using JALA App. Most importantly, the laboratory results obtained are then recorded in the microbiology record. You can record it by selecting the recording menu in the Homepage, select “Water Quality”, and select “Set input parameters” to add microbiology input, then input the results from the laboratory for each colony type found.

Recording can also be done through the “Excel Input” menu, and customize the Excel display for microbiology input by selecting “Laboratory” tab and sub menu “Microbiology test” tab. To access the Excel Input menu, you have to upgrade your account to PRO Cycle, which allows for quicker recording by simply “copying” and “pasting” from the Excel file of laboratory results.

The next step is analyzing the conditions based on the recorded data. JALA App has several features that support this analysis, namely:

### 1. The histogram of Vibrio composition
The histogram of Vibrio composition can be accessed in two ways, namely on the dashboard of the pond homepage and the Excel Input menu, specifically in the “Laboratory” tab, sub menu “Microbiology test” tab.

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The histogram of Vibrio composition display as seen from the dashboard

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The histogram of Vibrio composition display as seen from the Excel Input menu

This composition histogram will provide an overview of the trend for the dominant Vibrio colony type. Each color represents the Vibrio colony type. As previously mentioned, each colony has its own consequences if it exceeds the normal limit. Therefore, the analysis is focused on the total population that does not exceed the limit.

### 2. Vibrio ratio chart
The second focus of analysis is the Vibrio domination ratio toward total bacteria. If the total Vibrio exceeds a certain limit, quorum sensing can occur. Some experts mention that the maximum limit is 10% of the total bacteria, and some also mention that the limit is 5%. You can modify it in settings. Once the ratio exceeds the limit, it will be in the red area as portrayed in the figure below.

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The display of Vibrio ratio chart as seen from the dashboard

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The display of Vibrio ratio chart as seen from Excel Input menu

This Vibrio ratio chart can be accessed in two ways as well, namely from the dashboard of the pond homepage and through Excel Input menu, specifically in the “Laboratory” tab, sub menu “Microbiology test” tab.

### 3. Using Analysis Chart feature
A more in-depth analysis can be conducted by comparing the total colony of each Vibrio or total Vibrio toward various parameters. You can link it to other water quality parameters or to productivity parameters.

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For example, comparing total Vibrio and total bacteria to the amount of organic matter. It is mentioned in the previous explanation that bacteria will develop as more organic matter is present. The chart below displays that the total bacteria (orange line) spikes at DoC 69, but the total Vibrio (blue line) remains fortunately low.

Supported by the increase of organic matter (light green line), the total growth of bacteria reaches 10⁵ CFU/ml, indicating that it nearly reaches the maximum limit. According to this result, farmers can take measures to address the condition before it has an impact on productivity.

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To see the potential impact on productivity, include the mortality (dark green line), feeding (red line), and shrimp growth rate or ADG (light blue line) parameters.

ADG exhibits a declining trend when it enters the DoC 60s, while feeding continues to rise. There is an indication of wasted feed assuming it is not consumed properly (the rate of ADG is declining) and addressed directly by the trend of increasing amounts of organic matter in the previous figure. Fortunately, no mortalities are recorded.

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Since the shrimp growth response is slowing down, the FCR has the opportunity to spike. A variety of analysis results will appear according to the data, field conditions, and farmer experiences. This data and feature will support the analysis process in determining the conditions being encountered and the possibility of right decisions to take certain measures or treatment.

### Ways to lessen Vibrio domination
After conducting an in-depth analysis, it is better to take several measures to lessen Vibrio domination in the pond. Several measures that can be taken are as follows:

First, maintain control of total organic matter (TOM) through periodical checking. If organic matter accumulation occurs, do siphon regularly. This measure will reduce the growth of bacteria media.

Second, apply treatment, such as the addition of Vibrio competitor probiotics. Use the right dose according to the reduction target, for example, you will need several liters of probiotic activation and control its effectiveness to reduce the total Vibrio from 10⁶ CFU/ml to 10⁴ CFU/ml.

Monitoring and taking measures to mitigate Vibrio dominance are essential to protect shrimp from Vibrio-caused diseases. JALA App is ready to assist your shrimp farm management needs. Always use JALA App, an easy and convenient cultivation recording and monitoring app.

Register for JALA App now at [app.jala.tech](https://app.jala.tech/) or download the app from [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tech.jala.android) or [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/id/app/jala-tech/id1582412818). It’s free! Don’t forget to upgrade your account to PRO Cycle to access the Excel Input and Analysis Chart features.

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To be Aware is A Must, but Not All Vibrio are Harmful

The shrimp industry contributes significantly to aquaculture in Indonesia with a percentage over 40%. The strong potential of Indonesian shrimp farming is supported by its geographical condition, which is dominated by water, and the tropical climate. However, obstacles continue to hinder Indonesia’s shrimp farming productivity throughout 2022, from falling shrimp prices to disease problems.

Emerging from this issue, JALA, as an end-to-end solution for shrimp farming, held Shrimp Outlook 2023. This event served as a way to see the shrimp farming condition in Indonesia in 2022 and discuss the strategies to overcome challenges in 2023. 

Collaborating with Shrimp Club Indonesia (SCI), Shrimp Outlook 2023 was successfully held on Thursday, January 26, 2022, at the JW Marriott Hotel Surabaya. This event was attended by 55 people consisting of the SCI Expert Council, representatives of Fisheries and Marine Service, and shrimp farmers. In addition, 124 people tuned in to the event through live streaming.

## Panel Discussion by SCI Expert Council
Before proceeding to the main event or the speaking session, Shrimp Outlook 2023 began with a panel discussion based on the SCI Expert Council’s meeting which was held on the previous day. This panel discussion was delivered by Prof. Haryanti, M.S. and Ir. Maskur, M. Si, and moderated by Aryo Wiryawan.

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There were three points that were highlighted in this panel discussion. The first one is the standardization of laboratory equipment and analysis methods. The aim is the uniformity of the test result explanation. Second, the establishment of Shrimp School/Academy which aims to train reliable and knowledgeable technicians. Third, the establishment of cultivation SOP as a guide to ensure cultivation productivity and sustainability. 

## Shrimp Outlook 2023
The speaking session of Shrimp Outlook 2023 featured four speakers who shared insights about cultivation performance and plans for 2023. Those four speakers are Liris Maduningtyas (CEO of JALA), Supito, S.Pi., M.Si. (Head of BBPBAP Jepara), Haris Muhtadi (Chairman of SCI), and Sidrotun Naim, Ph.D., M.P.A. (Shrimp Health Specialist). 

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Liris Maduningtyas as the CEO of JALA presented the condition of the shrimp industry in 2022 based on data collected from JALA App. Liris revealed that shrimp farming productivity was declining from the previous year. One of the causes for this decline is the Survival Rate (SR) performance which also declined. JALA also provided several recommendations as a solution to deal with the cultivation dynamics in 2023.

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Furthermore, Supito, S.Pi., M.Si. as the Head of BBPBAP Jepara and the representative of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries also delivered the Ministry’s main program plans to increase Indonesian shrimp production, namely pond revitalization and modeling of cultivation area. These programs must be balanced with environmental control in order to remain sustainable. 

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Meanwhile, Haris Muhtadi as the Chairman of SCI, addressed the global challenges of the shrimp industry. Due to increased competition among shrimp-producing countries, Indonesia has dropped to the fifth place. Looking at this situation, SCI has developed several programs to support Indonesia’s shrimp productivity. Some of them are providing shrimp farming technical training and promoting domestic shrimp consumption.

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Shrimp disease was also a highlighted discussion in Shrimp Outlook 2023. It was presented by Sidrotun Naim, Ph.D., M.P.A., a Shrimp Health Specialist. Naim advised that the shrimp's health should be checked on a regular basis, and that the detection be done in a laboratory so that the results are more accurate. In dealing with disease, applying treatment to shrimp as soon as possible would be very beneficial. 

Shrimp Outlook 2023 is a reflection of the shrimp industry’s condition throughout 2022. This event is also expected to provide guidance for more productive and efficient shrimp farming in 2023.

If you haven’t had a chance to tune in to Shrimp Outlook 2023’s live stream yet, worry not! You can watch [the rerun on JALA’s YouTube channel](https://youtu.be/RIGO_UuEGwg). Make sure to follow [@jalaindonesia](http://instagram.com/jalaindonesia) on Instagram to stay up to date on other interesting events from JALA.

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Highlighting Shrimp Farming Condition in Indonesia, JALA Successfully Held Shrimp Outlook 2023

Farm fixed assets are long-term physical assets used by farmers to carry out cultivation. In ponds, these assets include paddle wheels, water pumps, generators, operational vehicles, and others. Fixed asset management is very important so that the level of wealth in farms can be identified. In addition, of course, the farm's finances will be well maintained.

[JALA](jala.tech) has now accommodated the needs of farmers to manage fixed assets with a new feature in [JALA App](app.jala.tech), namely the Assets feature. This feature allows users to easily record and monitor the fixed assets of the farm. In addition, the depreciation value of assets can also be calculated automatically.

# With the Assets feature, you can:
- Record pond fixed asset data more easily and in detail
- Monitor every listed fixed asset
- View total fixed assets more clearly
- Record the assets to be sold

# How to record fixed assets:
1. Go to the Assets feature
2. Select + Assets
3. Fill out the form completely
4. Add asset location information by selecting + Asset Location
5. Select the location where the asset is located
6. Upload a photo of the asset purchase receipt and add notes if any
7. Input discount, VAT, and shipping costs if any
8. If the payment is made on a due date, enter the amount of the down payment and the due date
9. Select save
10. The assets have been recorded in the list of fixed assets of the pond

# How to sell fixed assets:
1. Go the Assets feature
2. Select Sell Asset
3. Fill out the form completely
4. Upload a photo of the asset purchase receipt and add notes if any
5. If the payment is made on a due date, enter the amount of the down payment and the due date
6. Select save

By following the steps above, you can record, manage and monitor the fixed assets in your pond more easily. Fixed assets that you have recorded are also automatically integrated with Financial Reports.

What are you waiting for? [Upgrade your JALA App account](https://app.jala.tech/subscriptions) to Pro to experience the benefits!

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Managing Fixed Assets Is Now Made Easier, Use the New Feature of JALA App!

Every business longs to earn profit. The shrimp cultivation business offers significant profit, but at the same time, the operational costs and risks are also high.

Previously, you may have set expenses for primary, secondary, tertiary, and other cultivation needs. The budget should serve as your guide for the minimum amount of money you need to have in hand. Emergency funds and insurance should also be taken into consideration.

Aside from mastering cultivation techniques and having a supporting network with similar understanding, financial management is also an important aspect when operating a shrimp cultivation business. One of the ways to achieve this is through proper financial records.

>Further reading: [Bisnis Tambak Udang Sebuah Investasi](https://app.jala.tech/kabar_udang/bisnis-tambak-udang-sebuah-investasi?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.jala.tech%2Fkabar_udang)

Keeping financial records is an important routine for shrimp cultivation. Having clear records helps you in accounting, monitoring cash flow, evaluating cultivation cycles, and planning for the next ones.

## Reminder: Record any kind of transaction!
Every transaction, regardless of its type and amount, is important. Income and expenses in shrimp farms should be recorded as a part of business operations. No expense is too small.

## Your records are your control
Use your budget plan as an initial guide and control your expenses along the way to identify which ones are needs versus incidentals. Controls are also implemented by referring to the biggest expense and income, profit/loss conditions, and product categories with the highest cost. Compare it by monitoring recent balance, debts, and receivables to keep your farm finances healthy.

# Farm Financial Management in JALA App
Recording and monitoring shrimp farm finances has just got more convenient with JALA App’s Finance feature. Here are some reasons you should use this feature:
1. Financial accounts especially designed for the shrimp farm business
2. Record any type of transaction (income and expense) based on category
3. Classify expenses into 3 categories: operational (anything related to cultivation operation expenses), inventory (anything related to cultivation supplies such as feed stock, chemicals, probiotics, and many more), and fries (anything related to stock purchase)
4. Classify income into 3 categories: harvest, capital, and inventory sales
5. Control debts and receivables to ensure settlements are made on time
6. Make the wisest decision based on the budget plan

Records of financial transactions for farm needs are made with accounting standards.
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**Record any transaction, even for products not on the list!**
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With JALA App, you can record expenses of any kind (operational, inventory, or stock). Don’t worry if the brand or product name is not listed on JALA, as you can still manually input it to keep your records as thorough as possible!

## Monitor through the summary and financial report menus
Monitor the latest conditions through your farm finances summary, including today’s balance, profit/loss condition, debt/receivable settlement date, and income/expense ratio.

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You can also find more detail in the expense and income menu. When monitoring transactions, use the transaction filter, which is particularly useful if you have multiple ponds with different expenses. The filter can also be used to distinguish between the source of fund, be it cash, bank account, or giro.

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Monitor and evaluate your cultivation finances regularly from financial reports that you can see during and after your cultivation cycle through the web or download it conveniently. Financial reports include balance, cash flow, and profit/loss reports. Select the month and year to filter finances based on specific time periods.

## JALA App Finance Feature: Your Shrimp Farm Business Assistant
As the main tool in recording your farm’s finances, all the data you record on JALA App is downloadable. You can download the transactions in excel format in case you need it for specific purposes.

If you ever lose your receipt or invoice photo or document, you can redownload the photo from JALA App.

**The importance of transparent financial management**
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Every record in JALA App is transparent, allowing you, as a farm owner, to see any changes in financial data. Through the history feature, you can see who creates and changes each financial input and identify any discrepancies.

**Integrated data**
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JALA App’s Finance Feature is integrated with the stock and cultivation records feature. When there is any new purchase record for cultivation needs, the stock will be updated. Similarly, whenever you record the use of cultivation needs such as feed, chemicals, or probiotics, its financial value will be calculated as well.

**Standardized for accounting**
To remind you, every record and report from JALA App is standardized for accounting purposes! Be sure to upgrade now to Pro Cycle to enjoy this feature! [Upgrade to Pro!](https://app.jala.tech/subscriptions?from=upgrade_side_bar)!


Avoid Financial Losses by Monitoring Your Farm Finances

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Avoid Financial Losses by Monitoring Your Farm Finances!

JALA has updated our finance feature on JALA App, which you can access at [app.jala.tech](app.jala.tech). To use this feature, make sure you have an active pond and cycle, and you are using the Pro account on JALA App.

Here are the updates from JALA’s finance feature which you can enjoy:

## Record income and expenses in 1 app
Shrimp farmers often do not feel the significance of their profit after the end of every shrimp cultivation cycle. This is not always caused by poor harvest, but may also be caused by lousy recording. JALA’s finance feature helps farmers to: 

1. Create financial records
2. Input income and expense transactions separately
3. Expenses can be categorized as:


- Operations
- Inventory
- Stock


4. Income can be categorized as:


- Harvest
- Other income
- Inventory sales


5. Record multiple transactions in the same invoice by clicking the + Transaction button
6. Record debts and receivables so you never miss a payment

## Get shrimp farm cultivation financial report with accounting standards

Even if you’re not that familiar with accounting, don’t worry! JALA provides financial reporting with accounting standards.

1. Accessible through the Report tab in JALA Dashboard
2. View Balance, Cash Flow, and Profit-and-Loss reports
3. Filter based on month or year
4. Easily download or print from the JALA app 

These reports will greatly help farmers complete the required documents if they want to appeal for partnerships.

## Make cultivation decisions based on the financial reports

With a thorough and detailed financial report, farmers no longer have to take a shot in the dark when it comes to cultivation decisions. Simply refer to the actual data from JALA App’s report to determine the best step for your farm.

1. Accessible through the Summary tab in JALA Dashboard
2. Identify categories with the highest expense and income
3. View remaining balance, debts summary, total income and total expenses

JALA’s finance feature is also synchronized with the cultivation feature, allowing you to get actual financial reports based on current cultivation conditions in your shrimp farm. With the vast benefits of this feature, make sure you have upgraded to JALA App Pro and have an active pond to start using it. Manage your finances more easily and securely with JALA!

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Download Your Farm Financial Report and More! Explore JALA App’s Finance Feature

JALA launched ShrimpHub Jembrana in Jembrana, Bali, on August 15, 2022. ShrimpHub is a learning and gathering community space for anyone involved in the shrimp industry. ShrimpHub Jembrana is the third community space after ShrimpHub Banyuwangi and Purworejo, which were launched in February and March 2022 respectively.

As a country with a strong maritime sector, Indonesia has a huge potential in the shrimp industry. Shrimp is a promising commodity due to its high economic and nutritional value. With the high demand for shrimp, many Indonesians become shrimp farmers. However, many of these farmers still lack the knowledge, resources, technology, and network to optimize their shrimp production. Acknowledging these issues, JALA launched ShrimpHub as a center for shrimp farmers to grow through learning and sharing experiences regarding current issues in shrimp farming.

## ShrimpHub JALA Jembrana Talk Show

Jembrana is one of the regencies in Western Bali. The regency boasts a high potential for vannamei shrimp farming, with many locals involved in the industry. Thus, it is a suitable place for JALA to establish its third ShrimpHub there. On August 15, 2022, JALA held a talk show to commemorate the launching of ShrimpHub. In this talk show, one of JALA’s team members, Christine Kombong, introduced ShrimpHub and the importance of community and communication in shrimp farming.

The talk show also welcomed Suyadi from the local fishery department and Suhoiri from Fortel SCI, a forum for shrimp farming. They discussed sustainable farming tips and the shrimp farming potential in Jembrana. This talk show aimed to increase awareness among shrimp farmers in Jembrana on the importance of community and provide a proper space for insightful discussions.

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## ShrimpHub Activities and Facilities

Staying true to its vision to be a community for shrimp farmers to grow, ShrimpHub hosts regular gatherings for farmers to learn from one another as well as expert practitioners in the industry. ShrimpHub comprises a VIP room, a meeting room, and a laboratory to diagnose shrimp diseases. Everyone involved in the industry, from shrimp farmers to stakeholders and more, is welcomed at ShrimpHub Jembrana. 

Are you from the shrimp industry in Jembrana and would like to expand your knowledge and network? Visit ShrimpHub Jembrana at Ruko Mashab No.02, Jl. Danau Kalimutu, Kel. Lelateng, Kec. Negara, Kab. Jembrana or contact us at 0813-2551-4194. We await you to be a part of our growing community!

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Welcoming ShrimpHub Jembrana: JALA’s Third Learning Space for the Shrimp Industry

Managing cultivation finance is an important aspect that shrimp farmers must consider. Farmers must be able to manage not only during the cultivation process, but also the preparation stage and the transition between cultivation cycles.

Shrimp is still a popular commodity in the fishery sector. The global market for shrimp demands is expected to grow further. As a result, this fisheries-related business seems promising.

Although the benefits of shrimp farming appear to be promising, there are certain risks related to this industry. Those risks are disease, weather, and fluctuating shrimp prices. These three factors contribute to the uncertainty of shrimp production and profits.

Farmers can be affected by this uncertainty. Their income is uncertain because it is dependent on the aforementioned factors. They must deal with this by carefully managing cultivating finances.

Managing cultivation finance is often underestimated and is not a priority for farmers. This practice appears to be simple as well. However, not all farmers are good at it. As a result, many farmers do not perceive a significant advantage once the cycle ends.

Farmers who do not properly manage cultivation finance are at risk of becoming trapped in the “dig a hole to fill in another hole” habit. That is, the profits are only utilized to pay off debts or loans used to manage the farm. Farmers will always feel lacking in finance.

If this is the case, how can farmers properly manage their cultivation finances? Here are some tips you can do during the preparation, cultivation, and cycle transition periods.

## Managing cultivation finance during the preparation stage

Before you begin cultivating, be sure that financial management is also a priority. A budget plan is one method for effectively managing agricultural finance at this point.

A budget plan will serve as a guide in cultivation because it contains cultivation targets and estimated expenses. You can use your prior cultivation experience or consult with professionals when creating the budget plan. Therefore, always record and evaluate all past cycle expenses. You can improve your budget plan based on the results of these evaluations.

A budget plan is a crucial component of cultivation financial management. It will provide you with:
- Specific cultivation target
- Estimation of cultivation costs in detail
- Cost guidance during cultivation process

Without a budget plan, cultivation expenses may skyrocket due to the lack of proper control.

## Managing cultivation finance while cultivation is running

Financial planning has been done and is now ready to be used as a guide. Farmers must remain careful, though, because unexpected expenses might occur at any time. Therefore, proper financial management must also be done when cultivating. The goal of this measure is to keep cultivation expenses under control.

One of many ways to do so is to check the RAB’s compliance with its realization on a regular basis. This does not have to be used on a daily basis. You can do this once or twice a week instead.

Controlling stock supply is another option. It is ideal to meet the cultivation needs within a specific time frame, such as every month. Start placing orders again a week or two before stock runs out. That way, the cashflow can be managed in stages, and there is no stock piling up in the warehouse.

Furthermore, avoid these acts:
- Using cultivation capital for personal purposes
- Not separating personal and cultivation accounts
- Not keeping financial records properly (recording expenses, debts, etc.)
- Saving too much and sacrifices the quality of goods

## Managing cultivation finance during cycle transitions

Following the completion of the cultivation cycle, some farmers choose to directly use the income from harvest. The income is commonly utilized to cover personal needs as well as the needs of the next cycle.

There are various aspects to consider before using the income from total harvest, including:
- Fund for the next cycle
- Further investment or pond maintenance
- Debts or loans owed during the cultivation cycle

Based on these considerations, self-awareness is required to control expenses before starting the next cycle. When you receive net harvest income, set aside part for an emergency fund in case of cultivation failure. You can save it in an account allocated particularly for cultivation needs. Then, prepare the budget plan for the next cultivation cycle.

If you wish to develop your pond, you should be aware that development funds are not cheap. Therefore, collect funds gradually. Do this once you’ve saved a portion of your income for an emergency fund.

Farmers who want to succeed must be able to manage cultivation finance well. The reason for this is that proper financial management will keep you from failing or losing.

You should also protect your cultivation process with insurance in addition to careful planning and effective financial management. Insurance will reduce the risk of crop failure or loss. An operational joint-program for shrimp farming that also provides insurance is now available, namely the JALA SmartFarm.

With JALA SmartFarm, you will receive comprehensive cultivation assistance. Planning, promising capital, insurance, professional pond management, and harvest assurances are all part of the assistance. Interested? For registration and additional information, kindly contact +62 819-2232-828 (Jesica).

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How to Manage Shrimp Cultivation Finance Properly?

JALA has officially moved to a new office after nearly two years located at the area of PT Indmira, Jl. Kaliurang km 16.3, Sleman. As of April 18, 2022, all JALA headquarters activities have been moved to the new office on the Ground Floor of Sahid J-Walk, Jl. Babarsari No. 2, Janti, Depok, Sleman.

JALA’s new office is decorated in blue and white with a modern-minimalist flair. The blue color corresponds to JALA’s characteristics, while the white color gives a simple and elegant appearance. Despite its simplicity, the entire office is designed to serve the primary function of working and collaborating.

The open office concept is used in the JALA office to make it easier for Warga JALA to collaborate. This concept is shown by several large desks built without partitions in the co-working area. Collaboration or  discussions between divisions can be more conveniently and effectively conducted.

This concept connects many divisions within JALA, including the C-level, HR/GA, Engineering, Marketing, and the Business Unit. Meanwhile, the staff of the Hardware subdivision as well as Finance division work in a separate room. However, it doesn’t limit their collaboration with the other divisions.

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In the lounge area, you can find bean bags that can be used for casual discussions. We use it not only for casual discussions but also for work if we prefer a different setting.

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JALA’s new office also provides meeting rooms with ranging capacity. Those who want to hold offline meetings or training can use this meeting room. In one of the meeting rooms, which also serves as a presentation room, you can find a mural of shrimp farming activities that adorn the room. We usually host our monthly town hall meetings in this room.

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Meanwhile, three Zoom booths have been set up for Warga JALA who require a private space for online meetings. These booths are specially designed in soundproof cubicles.

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JALA’s new office also provides leisure facilities such as two break rooms and a pantry. These break rooms are provided for Warga JALA who need to rest in between working hours. Thus, each break room has a comfortable bunk bed. You can also find a pantry near the break rooms. It is fairly large and can accommodate a good amount of people. Here, Warga JALA can have lunch together during afternoon breaks or simply have a leisure talk after work.

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The open office design can encourage maximum collaboration among Warga JALA. It is a melting pot of plentiful insight and incredible ideas. The various facilities available can help Warga JALA improve their work performance. Hence, this new office hopefully would invigorate all Warga JALA. While there’s still a lot to explore in our new office, we hope this article and pictures attached give you a short glimpse of our new office and life at JALA.