Year: 2025 | Month: May | Volume: 12 | Issue: 5 | Pages: 765-773
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20250580
Implementation of Organic Nutmeg Farming Based on Local Wisdom and Market Access Challenges in Simau Village, North Halmahera
Wawan1, Siti Jahroh2, Riskina Juwita3
1School of Business, IPB University Jl. Raya Pajajaran, Bogor 16151, Indonesia
2School of Business, IPB University Jl. Raya Pajajaran, Bogor 16151, Indonesia
3Department of International Food and Agricultural Science, Tokyo University of Agriculture, Sakuragaoka 1-1-1, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 156-8502 Japan.
Corresponding Author: Wawan
ABSTRACT
This study aims to explore the implementation of organic nutmeg farming based on local wisdom and the associated market access challenges in Simau Village, Galela District, North Halmahera Regency. Conducted from August to October 2024, the research employed a descriptive analysis approach involving 24 nutmeg farmers as respondents, selected purposively to capture in-depth insights into cultivation and post-harvest practices. The results show that 95.8% of farmers apply a monoculture system, avoid synthetic inputs, and implement traditional practices passed down through generations, reflecting strong alignment with organic farming principles. Farmers also use local ecological methods such as intercropping with clove trees for natural pest control. Despite the organic approach, most farmers still rely on local markets dominated by collectors, leading to low bargaining power and no significant price premium for organic products. Only 4.16% of farmers have begun exploring alternative markets. Although all respondents are aware of the growing demand for organic products globally, limited infrastructure and market access continue to hinder the potential benefits of organic certification. The study concludes that while organic nutmeg farming is well-rooted in local practices, strengthening institutional support and improving market connectivity are critical to ensuring its sustainability and economic impact.
Keywords: Organic nutmeg, local wisdom, market access, sustainable agriculture, North Halmahera
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