Factors affecting the small-scale fishermen welfare in Bontang, Indonesia

This study is designed to determine the welfare of small-scale fishermen with reference to traditional trap nets fisheries. In addition, it also identifies the factors that influence their welfare. The fishermen terms of trade (FTT) method and Tobit model were employed to obtain the desired objectives. The cross-sectional technique was applied to collect data from 100 small-scale fishermen. Results showed that the FTT index value was 1.61, indicating that most fishermen were sufficiently prosperous. Furthermore, education, experience, revenue, and cost variables were the significant determinants of small-scale fishermen welfare. The welfare of fishermen can be increased by providing necessary education and training facilitation, and incentive for enhancing fishing efforts.