Collaborative Governance Between Local Government and Farmers in Irrigation Management Programs in Pallangga District, Gowa Regency, Indonesia
Abstract
This study aims to analyze collaborative governance between the local government and farmers in the irrigation management program in Pallangga District, Gowa Regency, Indonesia. Irrigation management is a crucial aspect in supporting agricultural productivity and sustainable food security for agrarian communities. However, irrigation management in the study area still faces various challenges, such as infrastructure damage, uneven water distribution, weak institutional coordination, and low community participation. This research used a qualitative approach with a case study approach. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving the local government, farmer groups, the Water Users Farmers Association (P3A), and irrigation community users. Data analysis used the interactive model of Matthew B. Miles and A. Michael Huberman, while the collaborative governance framework refers to the theory of Chris Ansell and Alison Gash. The results indicate that collaborative governance has been implemented through deliberation, coordination of water distribution, and community participation in irrigation maintenance. Key supporting factors include a culture of mutual cooperation, the existence of farmer groups, and communication between actors. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include budget constraints, infrastructure damage, weak inter-agency coordination, and government dominance in decision-making. Collaborative governance has a positive impact on increasing community participation, effective water distribution, and collective awareness in water resource management. This research emphasizes the importance of strengthening farmer institutions and participatory governance in realizing sustainable irrigation management.
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