Analysis of Facilities and Infrastructure, Supporting Facilities in the Air Bangis West Pasaman Fisheries Area.

Abstract

Abstract

Productive economic areas are centers of growth that become regional economic strengths. The superior commodities found in the region are the locomotive that drives other economic sectors. The role of facilities and infrastructure and supporting facilities is a crucial issue for efficient and highly competitive regional development. This research analyzes the facilities and infrastructure, supporting facilities in the Air Bangis Production Center Area, Pasaman Regency. The research design is analytical and descriptive. The data used is primary data and secondary data. Data collection techniques through; interviews, observations, and documentation studies. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively. The research results showed that there were limited facilities and infrastructure available in production center areas. Existing facilities in the area need maintenance and repair of damaged facilities immediately to ensure that activities in the fish market continue to run and save (efficiency) in activities at the port. Fish processing carried out by the community does not have good technology and is not supported by adequate facilities. Meanwhile, processed dried fish products are very popular with consumers and prices tend to be stable.

Keywords: Regional economy, center of economic growth, dried fish, infrastructure, regional supporting facilities.