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Diversification of Bajo Fishermen's Livelihood in Matanga Village, Banggai Laut Regency, Indonesia

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Last updated: 29 Mar 2025

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      Bajo fishermen in Matanga Village have been at sea for generations, but their work is highly dependent on weather conditions. This condition needs to be overcome by fishermen, otherwise fishermen and their family members will experience shortages and even hunger. One form is overcoming resource limitations through diversifying livelihoods. The research aimed to analyze the forms comprehensively and explain the reasons for diversifying the livelihoods of Bajo fishermen in Matanga Village, South Banggai District, Banggai Laut Regency, Central Sulawesi. Through a robust descriptive qualitative approach with 9 informants, the study was carried out in Matanga Village from July 10 to August 10, 2024. The findings unequivocally demonstrate that, in addition to their roles as fishermen, the Bajo people in Matanga Village are actively involved in coconut and clove farming, and they also engage in high-value octopus and abalone harvesting. While coconut plantations have been a long-standing pursuit, clove agriculture has been pursued for the last 20 years. Moreover, diversifying livelihoods among fishermen represents their resilience in adapting to the constantly changing environment and times. Seasonal factors and cultural transitions also drive it.

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10.21608/ejabf.2025.418888

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Bajo, Resilience, Alternative work, Fishermen

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Irnawati

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Londa

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irnawatilonda9@gmail.com

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Tasrifin

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Tahara

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tasrifin@unhas.ac.id

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0000-0002-2026-5474

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29

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2

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54176

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2025-03-01

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2025-03-24

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2025-03-01

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1,249

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1,263

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1110-6131

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2536-9814

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Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries

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Diversification of Bajo Fishermen's Livelihood in Matanga Village, Banggai Laut Regency, Indonesia

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29 Mar 2025