Sustainable Pangasius Aquaculture Management Strategy using Multidimensional Scaling (MDS) and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) in Tulungagung Regency, East Java, Indonesia

Abstract

Aquaculture activities in Tulungagung Regency provide livelihoods for 12,050 households. Therefore, ensuring the sustainability of Pangasius aquaculture activities is crucial for the welfare of fish farmers. This study aims to analyze the sustainability of existing Pangasius aquaculture businesses in Tulungagung Regency, East Java, Indonesia, and to create a sustainable Pangasius aquaculture policy strategy. This quantitative study used Multi-Dimensional Scaling (MDS) and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) analyses to determine the sustainability status of Pangasius aquaculture based on five dimensions: ecological, economic, social, institutional, and technological infrastructure. Among these dimensions, two are less sustainable, particularly infrastructure technology and the economy.