Grape Women Farmer’s Group Dynamics: Learn from “Arimbi” in Bantul Indonesia

Abstract

In general female farmer group has unique characteristic comparing male farmer group, where the bonding and activities often more intense. Using qualitative approach, this study aims to analyse the “Arimbi” grape women farmers group (KWT) dynamics in Bantul Indonesia. It involves some key persons within the group, data were collected through depth interview and observation. Most of group members understand the group purpose, this understanding can lead them to have more sense of belonging and motivation to support the group targets. Routing meeting is hold to keep the group unity. Leadership is important, the leader should have ability to lead, share, protect, and responsible. Through the group, female farmers are proven can increase their knowledge regarding grape farming, so they can increase the production and get more economic. Also, the social interaction makes them can build strong bond with each other. Giving equal access to KWT can help the agriculture sector develop better.