KEBIJAKAN PENGEMBANGAN RUMPUT LAUT DI KABUPATEN MALUKU TENGGARA BARAT

Abstract

One of Development Program in Maluku Tenggara Barat Regency is helping people in coastal poorest areas. The program is helping coastal farmers make their seaweed production and processing more profitable and their marketing networks more transparent. It was suggested that local government should has a policy to push out coastal farmers a “new seedling” and best practices method, such as bigger size of seedling, appropriate attachment spacing, daily tender loving care and proper drying practices by using platforms and/or hanging systems. The aim is to improve productivity and product quality to attract better prices.