The Role of Bali's Traditional Subak Farming System in the Preservation of Natural and Cultural Resources

Authors

  • Putu Doddy Heka Ardana Ngurah Rai University
  • Dewa Oka Suparwata Universitas Muhammadiyah Gorontalo
  • Arief Sudrajat Universitas Negeri Surabaya
  • Sri Chatun Ilmu Politik Fisip Undana Kupang
  • Iwan Harsono Universitas Mataram NTB

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58812/wsnt.v2i04.754

Keywords:

Subak System, Bali, Sustainable Agriculture, Cultural Heritage, Ecological Conservation

Abstract

The Subak traditional farming system in Bali embodies a harmonious relationship between humans, nature, and spirituality, epitomizing the Balinese philosophy of "Tri Hita Karana." This qualitative study explores the role of the Subak system in the preservation of natural and cultural resources in Bali. Through interviews with Subak farmers, water temple priests, and other stakeholders, as well as participant observation and document analysis, the study examines the ecological functions, cultural significance, and challenges facing the Subak system. The findings reveal that the Subak system plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, biodiversity, and soil health in Bali's landscapes. Furthermore, the Subak system holds profound cultural significance, serving as a spiritual anchor, fostering community cohesion, and preserving cultural heritage. However, the Subak system faces numerous challenges, including urbanization, water scarcity, and demographic shifts, which threaten its sustainability and resilience. Addressing these challenges requires concerted efforts to protect Subak landscapes, promote traditional farming practices, and empower local communities. By recognizing the holistic value of the Subak system, stakeholders can work together to ensure the preservation of Bali's natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

References

M. Wahyuni, I. Santosa, and I. N. L. Julianto, “The concept of water exaltation in the subak,” J. Law Sustain. Dev., vol. 11, no. 2, pp. e345–e345, 2023.

S. A. Putri, “Tinjauan Terhadap Tradisi Sedekah Bumi dalam Perspektif Hukum Islam,” J. Din. Sos. Budaya, vol. 25, no. 1, pp. 156–160, 2023.

N. Suryawan, I. W. Wiryawan, I. W. Gata, and I. W. Kandia, “Subak Bentuk Kearifan Lokal Bali Berbasis Tri Hita Karana dan Tantangannya pada Era Globalisasi,” Sphatika J. Teol., vol. 14, no. 1, pp. 61–73, 2023.

M. I. Prastyadewi, G. B. S. Parwita, and P. Y. Pramandari, “Utilization of the Subak Jatiluwih Landscape as a Tourism Object: Tourist Perceptions and the Impact on Village Income,” J. Penelit. Ekon. dan Bisnis, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 48–56, 2023.

G. Y. K. Pradana, “The Meaning of Pancasila in Tradition of Subak Management: A Reflection of Pancasila Values in the Balinese Venture for the Next Generation of Food Security,” Int. J. Soc. Sci. Hum. Res., vol. 6, no. 6, pp. 3537–3543, 2023.

A. D. Mawardhi and S. N. Linga, “Technical Performance Assessment of the Subak Heritage Irrigation System in Bali, Indonesia,” Copernicus Meetings, 2023.

I. G. Suwindia, “Urban vs Rural: The Young Generation’s Understanding of the Lexicon of Subak (Balinese Traditional Irrigation System),” J. Namibian Stud. Hist. Polit. Cult., vol. 33, pp. 885–902, 2023.

N. W. Murniti and P. S. Marselinawati, “Kajian Nilai Sosio Religius Pada Upacara Nyakap Uma Di Subak Umalas Desa Canggu Kecamatan Kuta Utara Kabupaten Badung,” Kamaya J. Ilmu Agama, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 172–184, 2023.

D. O. K. A. SUPARWATA and T. J. Andrayanto, “TATA KELOLA ‘SUBAK’ PADA MASYARAKAT SUKU BALI TRANSMIGRASI,” 2019.

I. W. S. Dharmawan et al., “Implementation of Soil and Water Conservation in Indonesia and Its Impacts on Biodiversity, Hydrology, Soil Erosion and Microclimate,” Appl. Sci., vol. 13, no. 13, p. 7648, 2023.

D. O. Suparwata et al., “Huyula participation model and its impact on community behaviour in rehabilitating critical agricultural lands,” Casp. J. Environ. Sci., pp. 1–14, 2023.

D. O. Suparwata, D. Rukmana, A. N. Tenriawaru, and R. Neswati, “Effect Of Huyula Local Wisdom On Participatory Critical Land Rehabilitation In The Agroforestry Model,” J. Southwest Jiaotong Univ., vol. 56, no. 5, 2021.

Harsono, I., & Suprapti, I. A. P. (2024). The Role of Fintech in Transforming Traditional Financial Services. Accounting Studies and Tax Journal (COUNT), 1(1), 81-91.

Downloads

Published

2024-03-29

How to Cite

Ardana, P. D. H., Suparwata, D. O., Sudrajat, A., Chatun, S., & Harsono, I. (2024). The Role of Bali’s Traditional Subak Farming System in the Preservation of Natural and Cultural Resources. West Science Nature and Technology, 2(01), 31–38. https://doi.org/10.58812/wsnt.v2i04.754

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 01 (2024): West Science Nature and Technology

Section

Articles

License

Copyright (c) 2024 Putu Doddy Heka Ardana, Dewa Oka Suparwata, Arief Sudrajat, Sri Chatun, Iwan Harsono

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.