Analysis of Factors Influencing the Sustainability of Parang Fish in North Rupat Subdistrict, Bengkalis Regency

Abstract

Parang fish (Chirocentrus dorab) fishing is one of the key capture fisheries activities for the community in North Rupat Subdistrict, Bengkalis Regency. The utilization of parang fish must be conducted sustainably to ensure that fish stocks are preserved and that fishing activities continue to benefit fishers. This study aims to (1) analyze the sustainability status of the parang fishery based on ecological, economic, and social dimensions; (2) analyze the key variables/attributes in the sustainable management of the parang fishery; and (3) develop management policies that determine the sustainability of the parang fishery in North Rupat Subdistrict, Bengkalis Regency. The results indicate that the sustainability status of the parang fishery is categorized as moderately sustainable, with index values of 55.17% for the ecological dimension, 51.06% for the economic dimension, and 51.72% for the social dimension. The determinants of sustainability comprise bycatch, fishing-ground range, market access, fishers’ income relative to the regional minimum wage (UMR), social conflicts among fishers, and formal education level. Policy recommendations include reducing bycatch through more selective fishing gear, regulating fishing areas, improving market access and fishers’ income, developing alternative livelihoods outside fishing, strengthening communication and cooperation among fishers, and improving education, extension services, and fishing skills.