Analysis of Socio-Economic Activities of Coastal Communities Case Study of Fishermen in Padelegan Village

Abstract

This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. Sources of data obtained through interviews, observation and documentation. The type of interview used was semi-structured, while the type of observation used was non-participant observation. The informants are fishermen, fish traders, fish managers and fishermen groups in Padelegan village. The results of this study indicate that first the socio-economic activities of coastal fishermen in Padelegan village, Pademawu sub-district, Pamekasan district, there are three socio-economic activities, namely buying and selling fish, boat rental services, fish management and fishermen groups. The two supporting factors in the socio-economic activities of coastal fishermen in Padelegan village, Pademawu sub-district, Pamekasan district from buying and selling fish, namely (1) good and complete facilities, (2) orderly and safe administrative activities, and (3) affordable purchase prices. The inhibiting factors for buying and selling fish are (1) decreased fish catches, (2) buyer dissatisfaction, and (3) unemployed fish customers.