PEMANFAATAN DAN NILAI EKONOMI HASIL HUTAN BUKAN KAYU DI WILAYAH KERJA KESATUAN PENGELOLAAN HUTAN KULAWI (STUDI KASUS DESA WALATANA KECAMATAN DOLO SELATAN )

Effective and sustainable management of Non-Timber Forest
Products (NTFPs) plays an important role in supporting the local
economy, reducing pressure on primary forests, and maintaining
biodiversity. This research aims to determine the use of NTFPs and
the economic value of NTFPs in Walatana Village, South Dolo
District. The research was carried out by applying survey methods to
respondents and observations, using an analytical approach to the use
of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) resources. Respondents are
residents of Walatanana Village who have interactions with forest
resources. The general problem faced in this research is the lack of
understanding and awareness of the community regarding the
potential of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in Walatana
Village, South Dolo District. The research results show that the people
of Walatana Village have utilized various types of NTFPs, including
rattan, candlenuts, bamboo, honey and firewood. With the economic
value of NTFPs reaching Rp. 536.832.648,- per year, of which rattan
contributes Rp. 220,200,000,-, this research highlights the great
potential of NTFPs in supporting the local economy. These findings
emphasize the importance of involving the community in efforts to
sustainably manage NTFPs, while increasing their understanding of
the economic potential that can be generated. This research indicates
the need for an educational and participatory approach to increase
public awareness of the importance of NTFPs in the context of
sustainability. This effort is expected to create a balance between the
use of NTFPs as a source of income and maintaining the sustainability
of forest ecosystems.