KnE Social Sciences

Published date: Sep 10 2025

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: The International Conference on Economic and Sustainable Development (ICESIDE)

Pages: 1 - 11

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i20.19610

Anita Kristinaanita.kristina@trunojoyo.ac.idDepartment of Economics, Faculty of Economic and Business, Universitas Trunojoyo Madura

Muhamad Abdul JumaliDepartment of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas PGRI Adibuana Surabaya

This research investigates the urgent issue of declining siwalan farming sustainability in Madura, Indonesia, caused by the younger generation’s reluctance to continue this livelihood. This trend threatens both the economic future of farming communities and the preservation of unique cultural practices. The research aims to explore the multifaceted reasons behind this intergenerational disengagement, specifically focusing on youth perceptions of occupational safety, inadequate wages, and shifting personal aspirations. Utilizing a qualitative rapid ethnographic approach, the study employed in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 15 young individuals from siwalan farming families, supplemented by participant observation in selected communities. Data analysis was supported by the Social Reproduction Theory and the Rational Choice Theory. Key findings reveal that the precarious nature of siwalan tapping, often performed at dangerous heights without adequate safety equipment, is a primary deterrent. Furthermore, the perceived low and unstable income, compared to urban or non-agricultural opportunities, diminishes its attractiveness. Lastly, a pervasive shift in aspirations towards white-collar jobs or entrepreneurship, fueled by increased education, steers young people away from traditional farming. This study contributes to theory by contextualizing occupational succession within hazardous traditional agriculture, while offering practical implications for targeted rural development policy. Practically, it provides actionable insights for policymakers to develop targeted interventions, such as improving safety standards, exploring mechanisms for more stable incomes, and creating skill-building programs that bridge traditional knowledge with modern opportunities, thereby potentially revitalizing youth interest and ensuring the long-term viability of siwalan farming.

Keywords: intergenerational continuity, youth aspirations, siwalan farming, occupational hazards, rural sustainability

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