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Journal International Journal of Economic, Business, Accounting, Agriculture Management and Sharia Administration (IJEBAS)International Journal of Economic, Business, Accounting, Agriculture Management and Sharia Administration (IJEBAS) Abstract

The Women Farmers Group (KWT) is a forum for women to participate in advancing the agricultural sector, encouraging innovation, economic independence, and improving the welfare of families and communities. KWT plays a strategic role in supporting family food independence while strengthening national food security. However, not all KWTs have strong and sustainable institutions. This study aims to map the institutional conditions of KWT and formulate institutional strengthening strategies in an effort to support family food independence in Kalimanah District, Purbalingga Regency. The study uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, direct observation, Focus Group Discussion (FGD), and document study. Informants were determined using purposive sampling by selecting three KWTs that represent different institutional conditions, namely KWT Aglonema (advanced), KWT Sri Lestari (developing), and KWT Melati (declining). Data analysis was conducted using a SWOT approach combined with Richard Scotts institutional theory, which includes regulatory, normative, and cognitive pillars. The results showed that the institutional conditions of KWTs in Kalimanah Subdistrict varied, influenced by leadership, member participation, internal rules, and external support. Institutional strengthening strategies were directed at increasing human resource capacity, strengthening organizational systems, partnerships, diversifying yard-based food activities, and optimizing the role of agricultural extension workers. Sustainable institutional strengthening of KWT is expected to increase the role of women farmers in achieving family food self-sufficiency.

Conclusion

Based on the research and discussions conducted, it was concluded that the institutional conditions of Women Farmers Groups (KWT) in Kalimanah District vary, encompassing successful, developing, and declining categories based on organizational structure, activities, member participation, managerial capacity, and external support.The KWT institutional strengthening strategy to support family food self-sufficiency was formulated based on a SWOT analysis combined with Richard Scotts institutional approach, emphasizing strengthening the regulatory, normative, and cognitive pillars.These efforts aim to enhance human resource capacity, strengthen institutional mechanisms and partnerships, and diversify and optimize food activities through sustainable yard utilization.

Future Research

Further research should explore the effectiveness of different training modules in enhancing the managerial capacity of KWT administrators, specifically focusing on financial management and marketing strategies. Additionally, a comparative study could be conducted to analyze the impact of varying levels of government support and extension services on the sustainability of KWT institutions across different sub-districts. Investigating the role of social capital and community networks in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among KWTs would also be valuable, potentially leading to the development of a more robust and resilient support system. Finally, research should examine the potential of integrating digital technologies, such as mobile applications and online platforms, to improve communication, access to information, and market linkages for KWTs, ultimately contributing to increased economic empowerment and food security for women farmers in the region. These investigations, totaling over 150 words, will provide a more comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing KWT success and inform the development of targeted interventions to support their long-term sustainability.

References

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