Socioeconomic Factors and Challenges Affecting the Income and Sustainability of Vegetable Farmers: A Qualitative Study in Balunijuk Village

Adila Agustira, Winda Oktavia, Nabilah and Muhammad Faisal Akbar ()
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Adila Agustira: Universitas Bangka Belitung, Faculty of Economics and Business
Winda Oktavia: Universitas Bangka Belitung, Faculty of Economics and Business
Nabilah: Universitas Bangka Belitung, Faculty of Economics and Business
Muhammad Faisal Akbar: Universitas Bangka Belitung, Faculty of Economics and Business

A chapter in Proceedings of the 1st International Conference of Economics, Management, Accounting, and Business Digital (ICEMAB 2024), 2024, pp 193-199 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This study examines the socioeconomic factors and challenges impacting the income and sustainability of vegetable farmers in Balunijuk Village, Indonesia. Through in-depth interviews with 15 participants, the research identifies key influences such as capital, land area, vegetable prices, number of dependents, education level, and working hours, which contribute to income variability. Despite challenges like fluctuating market prices, pest infestations, and limited access to government assistance (such as machinery support and health insurance/BPJS), many farmers still earn sufficient income to support their families, particularly in funding their children's education. Notably, several farmers have successfully provided higher education opportunities for their children, both domestically and abroad, which reflects a long-term improvement in household welfare and optimism for future human capital development. Using a Descriptive Qualitative approach, primary data were collected from three hamlets in the village. The findings reveal that education levels and the number of dependents significantly affect farmers’ ability to invest in their businesses and manage risks. However, vegetable farming, particularly spinach, kale, and mustard greens, remains a sustainable source of livelihood for many. The study suggests that targeted government support and better access to information on assistance programs could further enhance farmers’ welfare. Promoting easily maintainable crops with shorter harvest periods is recommended to help farmers maximize income, securing a more optimistic future for their households and human resource development.

Keywords: Vegetable Farmers; Income; Capital; Human Capital Development; Agricultural Sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-614-7_25

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