Coastal Community Empowerment Through the Development of Crab Substitute Ekado in Pangkep Regency South Sulawesi

Authors

  • Eka Aprilya Handayani Pangkep State Polytechnic of Agriculture Author
  • Asti Sugiarti Sonodihardjo Pangkep State Polytechnic of Agriculture Author

Keywords:

Blue Swimming Crab, Coastal Community Empowerment, Ekado, Value-Added Fishery Products, Women Participation

Abstract

This community service activity aimed to empower coastal women in Pangkep Regency, South Sulawesi, through the production of ekado with blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) meat substitution as a value-added fishery product. The program was conducted using an extension approach combined with direct demonstration, covering raw material selection, processing techniques based on the cold chain system, packaging, and simple cost analysis. The activity involved fishermen’s wives and young women in Talaka Village, Marang District. Evaluation results showed that participants demonstrated a high level of technical competence, with 92% categorized as highly appropriate in applying the processing procedures. Participants also reported strong satisfaction with the training method and expressed interest in continued assistance. This program effectively enhanced participants’ skills, increased awareness of nutritional improvement, and provided potential opportunities to generate additional household income through the commercialization of processed crab-based products.

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Published

2025-11-19