Assessing the Potential of Prambanan Biodiversity Park for Sustainable Food Resources and Agriculture in Kemudo, Klaten, Central Java

Abstract

Prambanan Biodiversity Park (TKP), situated in Kemudo, Klaten, Central Java, is an important natural reserve dedicated for preservation of local biodiversity and environmental protection by PT.Sarihusada Generasi Mahardhika. This research investigates the park's potential in providing food resources and supporting agricultural practices for nearby communities. Assessment of plant species is conducted to evaluate the park's biodiversity, including surveys, species identification, mapping. The collected data provides an overview of the park's biodiversity and serves as a baseline for further analysis. The analysis focuses on identifying plant species within the park that hold potential value for food resources and agriculture. This includes studying ecological relationships between species and plants that contribute to pest control in agricultural systems. To understand the local community's perspectives and practices related to food and agriculture, interviews, focus group discussions are conducted, exploring their traditional knowledge and utilization of biodiversity for sustenance and farming. The research finds several potential benefits of utilizing TKP for food resources and agriculture. The diverse flora of the park offers a variety of edible plants, such as Moringa oleifera and fruit-based species, which can enhance local diets and provide nutritional diversity. Furthermore, traditional plants like mojo hold potential as natural pesticides, contributing to pest control in agricultural fields. Integration of biodiversity into local food systems may require capacity building and awareness programs to promote sustainable harvesting and cultivation practices. The research recommends the development of conservation strategies and policies focused on sustainable practices, community participation, and educational initiatives to maximize the potential benefits for local food security and agriculture. This research drive conservation strategies that protect biodiversity and enhance the well-being of the local community. TKP emerges as an invaluable resource capable of supplying essential food provisions and supporting eco-friendly agricultural practices for neighboring communities, thereby emphasizing the criticality of interweaving biodiversity preservation within the framework of local food systems.