Sustainable Stingless Beekeeping for Rural Socioeconomic Transformation An Asset-Based Community Approach

Fajar Budiman; Novi Aldi; Farida Aini; Nar Fizan

doi:10.33650/guyub.v7i1.13923

Sustainable Stingless Beekeeping for Rural Socioeconomic Transformation An Asset-Based Community Approach

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33650/guyub.v7i1.13923

Authors

(1) * Fajar Budiman

(STAI YAPTIP Pasaman Barat)
        Indonesia
(2)  Novi Aldi   (STAI YAPTIP Pasaman Barat)
        Indonesia
(3)  Farida Aini   (STAI YAPTIP Pasaman Barat)
        Indonesia
(4)  Nar Fizan   (STAI YAPTIP Pasaman Barat)
        Indonesia
(*) Corresponding Author

Abstract

Rural poverty in agricultural regions is often exacerbated by limited livelihood diversification and the underutilization of abundant local natural resources. This program addresses the urgent need for sustainable economic alternatives by enhancing community capacity through stingless bee (kelulut) cultivation using the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach. The methodology followed a structured four-stage process: asset mapping, technical training in beekeeping, continuous mentoring, and the institutionalization of community business groups. Results indicate a significant improvement in technical proficiency among participants, particularly in colony management and hygienic harvesting techniques. The program successfully established independent business groups and achieved measurable income diversification, with honey and its derivatives providing a new, stable value-added revenue stream for households. Beyond economic gains, the initiative resulted in a 45.7% increase in environmental awareness regarding pollination services. Ultimately, this program provides a replicable model for green economic development and sustainable rural transformation through the strategic mobilization of local biodiversity and social capital.

Keywords

Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD); Green Economy; Income Diversification; Stingless bee Cultivation

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