Belacan; Folklore, Cultural Conservation and Regional Promotion Based on Local Potential

Authors

  • Iromi Ilham Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Abdullah Akhyar Nasution Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Muh. Fahrudin Alawi Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Richa Meliza Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Ibrahim Chalid Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Wahyu Hasibuan Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Intan Syahira Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia
  • Alwi Alwi Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29103/icospolhum.v4i.372

Keywords:

Folklore, Cultural Conservation, Regional Promotion, , Local Potential, Belacan

Abstract

Belacan Pulau Kampai is one of the foodfolk that must be preserved. It is a specialty food that is an expression of the local indigenous of the local community and ancestral heritage that has been transmitted across generations. This article explores the existence of belacan and identifies constraints faced by the community of Pulau Kampai related to belacan production, as well as strategies for revitalizing business sustainability and conserving local wisdom. This research was conducted in Pulau Kampai Village, Pangkalan Susu District, Langkat Regency, North Sumatra Province. The data collection techniques were participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and document studies. The results showed that the obstacles faced by the community in conserving the culture of belacan production are the need for more availability of raw materials (rebon shrimp) for belacan processing due to conflicts of interest among the fishermen. Therefore, it is essential to establish a customary institution or instrument that regulates the division of catch areas among fishermen. It is important to note that cultural conservation efforts must also collaborate with various stakeholders, especially local communities.

Author Biography

Muh. Fahrudin Alawi, Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Malikussaleh, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia

Belacan Pulau Kampai is one of the foodfolk that must be preserved. It is a specialty food that is an expression of the local indigenous of the local community and ancestral heritage that has been transmitted across generations. This article explores the existence of belacan and identifies constraints faced by the community of Pulau Kampai related to belacan production, as well as strategies for revitalizing business sustainability and conserving local wisdom. This research was conducted in Pulau Kampai Village, Pangkalan Susu District, Langkat Regency, North Sumatra Province. The data collection techniques were participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and document studies. The results showed that the obstacles faced by the community in conserving the culture of belacan production are the need for more availability of raw materials (rebon shrimp) for belacan processing due to conflicts of interest among the fishermen. Therefore, it is essential to establish a customary institution or instrument that regulates the division of catch areas among fishermen. It is important to note that cultural conservation efforts must also collaborate with various stakeholders, especially local communities.

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Published

2024-01-25