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Identify the Impact of Community Income on the Use of Silvofishery-based Mangrove Forests in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency

Introduction

Mangrove forests are a vital component of coastal ecosystems, providing numerous benefits to the environment and the communities that depend on them. One of the most significant uses of mangrove forests is Silvofishery, which involves the integration of brackish water cultivation and mangrove forest development in the same location. This innovative approach has been adopted by several villages in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency, with the aim of increasing community income and promoting sustainable forest management. This study aims to identify the impact of community income on the use of silvofishery-based mangrove forests in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency.

Background

Mangrove forests are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, with Indonesia being one of the countries with the largest mangrove cover. Mangroves provide a range of ecosystem services, including shoreline protection, water filtration, and habitat provision for a diverse array of marine species. In addition to their ecological importance, mangroves also play a crucial role in supporting the livelihoods of local communities. In Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency, mangrove forests are used for a variety of purposes, including aquaculture, forestry, and tourism.

Methodology

This study focuses on three villages that utilize mangroves as embankments for Silvofishery activities: Lama Village, Paluh Manan Village, and Paluh Kurau Village. The Lama Village and Paluh Pandan are members of the Paluh Pandan Farmers Group, Paluh Manan Village, which are incorporated in the Lestari Green Forestry Farmers Group, and Paluh Kurau Village is incorporated in the Mangrove Lemongrass Farmers Group. These three villages apply the Silvofishery "Kao-Kao" model with mangrove vegetation around the pool. The study used a mixed-methods approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods.

Results

The results of this study show that the use of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests has a positive impact on community income. This model allows the community to earn income from aquaculture and also the benefits of mangrove forests. One of the significant advantages is Savings of feed costs. Mangrove provides a source of natural feed for fish and other marine biota, thereby reducing the needs of artificial feed. This has a direct impact on increasing income due to lower feed costs.

In addition, the existence of mangroves as a natural embankment provides benefits in the form of Reduction of maintenance costs. Mangrove functions as a wave and abrasion barrier, thus minimizing pond damage and increasing efficiency in management.

Discussion

The results of this study highlight the importance of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests in increasing community income. The model allows the community to earn income from aquaculture and also the benefits of mangrove forests. The savings of feed costs and reduction of maintenance costs are two significant advantages of this model. These benefits have a direct impact on increasing income and promoting sustainable forest management.

Conclusion

The use of silvofishery-based mangrove forests has great potential to increase community income in Hamparan Perak District. This model not only produces aquaculture products, but also provides ecological benefits that have a positive impact on the economy and the environment. The application of Silvofishery "Kao-Kao" with the integration of mangrove vegetation around the pond is one example of a model that can be imitated to encourage the welfare of society and the preservation of mangrove ecosystems.

Recommendations

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

The government and local authorities should provide support and incentives for the development of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests in Hamparan Perak District.
The community should be educated and trained on the benefits and management of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
The model should be replicated in other villages and districts to promote sustainable forest management and increase community income.

Limitations

This study has several limitations, including:

The study was conducted in only three villages, and the results may not be generalizable to other villages and districts.
The study did not examine the social and cultural impacts of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests on the community.
The study did not examine the potential environmental impacts of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.

Future Research Directions

Future research should focus on:

Examining the social and cultural impacts of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests on the community.
Examining the potential environmental impacts of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
Replicating the model in other villages and districts to promote sustainable forest management and increase community income.

References

[1] Mangrove forests are coastal ecosystems that are rich in benefits.
[2] The use of Silvofishery -based mangrove forests has a positive impact on community income.
[3] The application of Silvofishery "Kao-Kao" with the integration of mangrove vegetation around the pond is one example of a model that can be imitated to encourage the welfare of society and the preservation of mangrove ecosystems.
Frequently Asked Questions: Silvofishery-based Mangrove Forests in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency

Q: What is Silvofishery?

A: Silvofishery is the integration of brackish water cultivation and mangrove forest development in the same location. It is a sustainable approach to aquaculture that utilizes the benefits of mangrove forests to increase community income.

Q: What are the benefits of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests?

A: The benefits of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests include:

Savings of feed costs: Mangrove provides a source of natural feed for fish and other marine biota, thereby reducing the needs of artificial feed.
Reduction of maintenance costs: Mangrove functions as a wave and abrasion barrier, thus minimizing pond damage and increasing efficiency in management.
Ecological benefits: Mangrove forests provide a range of ecosystem services, including shoreline protection, water filtration, and habitat provision for a diverse array of marine species.

Q: How does Silvofishery-based mangrove forests increase community income?

A: Silvofishery-based mangrove forests increase community income by providing a source of natural feed for fish and other marine biota, thereby reducing the needs of artificial feed. This has a direct impact on increasing income due to lower feed costs. Additionally, the existence of mangroves as a natural embankment provides benefits in the form of reduction of maintenance costs.

Q: What are the challenges of implementing Silvofishery-based mangrove forests?

A: The challenges of implementing Silvofishery-based mangrove forests include:

Limited knowledge and skills: The community may not have the necessary knowledge and skills to manage and maintain Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
Limited resources: The community may not have the necessary resources, including funding and equipment, to implement and maintain Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
Environmental concerns: The implementation of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests may have environmental impacts, including the loss of mangrove habitat and the introduction of invasive species.

Q: How can the community overcome the challenges of implementing Silvofishery-based mangrove forests?

A: The community can overcome the challenges of implementing Silvofishery-based mangrove forests by:

Seeking training and education: The community can seek training and education on the management and maintenance of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
Seeking funding and resources: The community can seek funding and resources, including grants and loans, to implement and maintain Silvofishery-based mangrove forests.
Engaging in community-based management: The community can engage in community-based management of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests, including the establishment of community-based management committees and the development of community-based management plans.

Q: What are the future directions for Silvofishery-based mangrove forests in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency?

A: The future directions for Silvofishery-based mangrove forests in Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency include:

Scaling up: The model should be replicated in other villages and districts to promote sustainable forest management and increase community income.
Improving management: The management of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests should be improved, including the establishment of community-based management committees and the development of community-based management plans.
Addressing environmental concerns: The environmental impacts of Silvofishery-based mangrove forests should be addressed, including the loss of mangrove habitat and the introduction of invasive species.