Productivity Analysis in the Development of Competitive Capture Fisheries Production Center Areas in West Sumatra

Abstract

This research aims to look at the productivity of capture fisheries production center areas and regional competitiveness. Central production areas are the center of regional economic growth. The progress of the maritime economic sector relies on fisheries areas. This research was designed descriptively and analytically. The data used is secondary data, obtained from related institutions. Data collection techniques are based on documentation studies. Data analysis was conducted qualitatively. The research results demonstrate that fisheries production outcomes fluctuate while the number of fishing households that rely on the fisheries sector increases. The area's infrastructure still requires improvement and repair. Fleet and fishing gear technology, real-time data recording, limited capital, fish processing companies, investment, and exports are still limited and require serious attention to increase regional competitiveness. Further regional development needs to consider the various aspects studied in this research.

Keywords: productivity, competitiveness, fisheries areas, investment, exports.