GENDER ANALYSIS OF AGROFORESTRY MANAGEMENT IN WETLANDS: A CASE STUDY IN MEKARSARI SUB-DISTRICT, BARITO KUALA

Abstract

Mekarsari sub-district of Barito Kuala Regency is a pineapple producer whose cultivation in addition to monoculture planting patterns also applies agroforestry patterns. The existence of agroforestry in Mekarsari sub-district is inseparable from the role of the Mekarsari sub-district community, both the role of men and the role of women. The involvement of women in agroforestry management is an effort to improve gender equality. The research method approach used is a quantitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and filling out questionnaires by respondents. The results of agroforestry in the wetlands of Mekarsari District contributed to household income by 10.92% of total household income.

Keywords

• agroforestry
• gender
• wetlands
• peat swamps