More than 1,500 Hectares of Rice Fields Lost in Sayung, Mangrove Recovery Must Support Residents

According to Eduward, the success of recovery is determined by the suitability of the location, hydrological conditions, maintenance and protection of the area. The measures include plant survival, natural regeneration, habitat conditions, and benefits to society.

Deputy Regent of Demak Muhammad Badruddin said that almost two million mangrove seedlings had been planted on the Demak coast by 2026. He emphasized the need for maintenance and monitoring, including handling damaged or dead plants.

The number of seeds planted does not yet indicate the number of plants that survive. The available information also does not include the area that was successfully restored.

Coastal debris noted, evaluation scheduled

The mangrove socialization in Timbulsloko on Tuesday (27/10/2026) was attended by 200 residents, community groups and village officials. More than 300 participants were also involved in beach clean-up actions in the Sayung Beach mangrove habitat.

According to KLH/Environmental Management Agency (BPLH), the volume and type of waste collected is weighed and recorded to provide recommendations for coastal waste management. However, the results of the recording have not been detailed in the statement.

Program evaluation is scheduled for November 2026, followed by field monitoring on 1–4 December 2026. This agenda is aimed at assessing the effectiveness of coastal restoration and the sustainability of residents' livelihoods.