Potential Developmet Based on Rural Area in Southern Region of East Java Province (Study in Jember Regency)

Abstract

Rural development becomes important as an effort to minimize disparities between regions. The purpose of this study is to analyze the economic potential in rural areas and design policies in Jember Regency, especially in the Southern Region. The method used to analyze data is Location Quotient (LQ) analysis, MRP analysis, Overlay Analysis and AHP. Sampling data taken in 6 districts in Jember Regency. The Jember Regency was chosen because it was included in the largest food granary in East Java. The analysis shows that each sub-district has a superior sector each, namely certain commodities that have a competitive advantage compared to other districts.