Unlocking the sustainable livelihoods strategy for forest communities in the southern slope of Mount Slamet, Indonesia

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https://doi.org/10.18472/SustDeb.v15n1.2024.52568

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Sustainable livelihoods, Economic resilience, Participatory rural appraisal, Agrosilvopasture, Sustainable forest management

Abstract

Mount Slamet in Central Java Province, Indonesia, boasts significant biodiversity potential, yet communities on its southern slope grapple with poverty. This study delves into sustainable livelihood strategies for these communities. Employing participatory rural appraisal methods engages residents in identifying issues and devising solutions. Findings advocate for agrosilvopasture as a viable livelihood, blending crop farming, silviculture, and animal husbandry to balance environmental preservation with economic advancement. Additionally, the study underscores the importance of capacity-building within local communities, emphasizing skill and knowledge enhancement. By advocating community engagement and offering multifaceted sustainable livelihood strategies, this research enriches the discourse on sustainable development for forest communities residing on the southern slope of Mount Slamet.

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Budiyoko Budiyoko, MSc in Agricultural Economics, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Specialized in analyzing issues related to sustainable development. Contributions to research have focused on the impacts of climate change on smallholder farmers, ecological local knowledge, microfinance for agriculture, and the circular economy.

 

 

 

 

 

Lutfi Zulkifli, MSc in Agribusiness Management, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Specialized in agribusiness, with research contributions focusing on agricultural institutions, sustainable agricultural practices, enriching academic discussions and shaping the future agribusiness leaders.

Budi Dharmawan, PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Policy, Associate Professor, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Specialized in analyzing issues related to agricultural and forestry policy and strategic planning. Research focused on social, cultural, and environmental economic aspects, community empowerment, and agricultural policies.

Sunendar Sunendar, MSc in Agribusiness Management, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Experienced in conducting analyses related to the implementation of management information systems in agriculture and SMEs. Additionally, has been involved in various community empowerment programs, particularly in the fields of agriculture and small businesses.

Malinda Aptika Rachmah, Msc in Agribusiness Management, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Specialized  in the field of farm management and agricultural financing. Research conducted pertains to topics such as agribusiness management, farmer behavior, and community empowerment.

Kunandar Prasetyo, MSc in Agricultural Economics, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

He is an academic specialized in agricultural policy in relation to agricultural and rural development. Additionally, he has been involved several times in evaluating various agricultural and rural development policies at both the central and regional levels.

Wahyu Adhi Saputro, MSc in Agricultural Economics, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

Specialized in agricultural development policies aimed at enhancing food security, agribusiness development, and improving farmers' welfare. He has conducted and published several research studies related to food security issues, agricultural product competitiveness, agribusiness development, and farmers' welfare.

Dewanti Risa Utami, MSc in Agribusiness Management, Lecturer, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia

She is an academic specialized in agribusiness supply chain systems and management, agricultural product value addition, farm management, and entrepreneurships.

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2024-04-30

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Budiyoko, B., Zulkifli, L., Dharmawan, B., Sunendar, S., Rachmah, M. A., Prasetyo, K., … Utami, D. R. (2024). Unlocking the sustainable livelihoods strategy for forest communities in the southern slope of Mount Slamet, Indonesia. Sustainability in Debate, 15(1), 216–232. https://doi.org/10.18472/SustDeb.v15n1.2024.52568

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