Best Practices For Sustainable Agriculture In Narrow Land: Case Study of Young Farmers in Sriharjo Village, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

The population increase, decrease of farmers, crisis of the young farmer generation, chemical products used in agriculture, and climate change potential have impacted agriculture. Therefore, it is increasingly important for the young generation to continue farming. This is in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely ending hunger, achieving food security, improving nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture. However, not all young people are able to proactively anticipate the impact of climate change and practice sustainable agriculture. In Yogyakarta, there is a community of young farmers who focus on regeneration and sustainability agriculture. This research aims at analyzing agricultural programs managed by young farmers in Sriharjo Village, Yogyakarta Regency. This research method uses a qualitative approach with a case study conducted in Sriharjo Village, Yogyakarta Regency. Eight young farmers were selected by means of purposive sampling techniques. Data is collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. Analysis for data using the thematic analysis and testing the data for validity using the triangulation technique. The result showed that sustainable agriculture managed by young farmers has been managed well by planting hydroponic techniques, making organic fertilizers, using alternative feed, and managing household waste for farming. Hopefully, this research can be used as the basis for a sustainable agriculture policy for young farmers.