Contribution of green village to food security in the Yogyakarta special region

Author

Ambar Teguh Sulistiyani, Sutarno Sutarno, Prabang Setyono, Rutiana Dwi Wahyunengseh & Amanda Elista

Abstract

Global warming and unpredictable climate change have threatened the sustainability of the environment and food supply throughout the world, including the Special Region of Yogyakarta (Indonesia). Therefore, this study aims to analyze the case of Green Villages, focusing on how green villages contribute to sustainability and food security. We use a green village social mechanism based on the Community of Practice (CoP) that aims to provide space for the development of independence and mutual assistance in community-based food supply during climate change disasters. As an environmental development strategy, green villages can integrate natural resource management, gardening, and balanced solidarity to create food security. The research location and 45 green villages with 202 sample respondents were selected using purposive sampling procedures. This study used a mixed method. Primary and secondary data, both quantitative and qualitative, were used, collected through focus groups, key informants, and surveys of village officials, green village heads, and green village members. The results were analyzed using descriptive statistics (SPSS) and reinforced with qualitative arguments. The results showed that (11%) of green villages were classified as very successful. Thirty-one percent (31%) of green villages were classified as successful, (37%) as moderately successful, and (15%) as less successful. Meanwhile, the failed category was found in Sleman Regency (1) and Yogyakarta City (1). The determination of the success of these green villages was marked by the sustainability of activities in sanitation management, environmental cleanliness, environmental health, conservation, joint farm development, and supported by strong social mechanisms. The more joint farms a green village has, the more successful it is. These green villages have implications for natural resource management, community development based on communities of practice (CoP) and social mechanism, water resource management, and organic fertilizers, which are beneficial for joint agricultural development, producing staple foods, vegetables, spices, and fruits to strengthen food security and environmental sustainability. Therefore, Green Villages can provide solutions to achieve the SDGs, particularly in addressing hunger (SDG 2), responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), and climate change (SDG 13).