Pineapple (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr.) Cultivation Based on Local Wisdom in Catubouw Village, Arfak Mountains Regency, Indonesia

Amestina Matualage; Yolanda  Holle; Wellem Warsibor Wondiwoy

doi:10.59890/ijaamr.v4i3.204

Authors

Amestina Matualage Papua University
Yolanda Holle Papua University
Wellem Warsibor Wondiwoy Papua University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijaamr.v4i3.204

Keywords:

Pineapple Cultivation, Local Wisdom, Sustainable Agriculture, Indigenous Farming

Abstract

This study aims to analyze pineapple (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr.) cultivation practices based on local wisdom in Catubouw Village, Arfak Mountains Regency, Indonesia. A descriptive survey method was employed using observation and in-depth interviews with 20 purposively selected farmers. The results indicate that pineapple cultivation is traditionally managed on customary (ulayat) land by nuclear families. The cultivation process includes manual land clearing, the use of local planting materials derived from crowns and suckers, and the application of a traditional planting technique known as “tikam kayu,” without standardized spacing or raised beds. Crop maintenance relies on manual weeding without the use of chemical fertilizers or artificial irrigation. Despite minimal technological input, the pineapples produced exhibit distinctive natural sweetness and high quality. These practices are ecologically sustainable and culturally embedded; however, they face significant challenges related to infrastructure limitations and restricted market access, resulting in low farm-gate prices. This study contributes to the development of sustainable agriculture by highlighting the role of local wisdom in supporting environmentally friendly farming systems while identifying key constraints in agribusiness development

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