Zul Azhar, Hasdi Aimon, Idris Idris
Arenga pinnata is one of the plant commodities that has superior benefits in Indonesia. Besides being able to be processed as a source of food (in the form of fruit and drinks made from sap), the product of this plant can function as a material for making bricks, as a constituent of vehicle body fibers and concrete fibers. In addition, this plant provides an environmental impact that can withstand landslides and maintain groundwater circulation. However, the utilization of various plant products is still constrained and not optimal. The exploitation of a product that causes environmental damage is a significant issue that must be solved immediately. The purpose of this study is to analyze and produce a model that fits in explaining environmental-based economic development through the multi-product and multi-function of Arenga Pinnata. The sample of this study was 94 Arenga Pinnata farmers with an average land area of 1.52 hectares in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Data were collected using the Arenga Pinnata Multi-Product and Multi-Function (AP-MPMF) instrument. Data analysis using Structural Equation Model (SEM) and analysis of loading factor between model variables. The results showed that the welfare of farmers could be increased by optimizing the environmental function of Arenga Pinnata so that it can contribute to economic improvement. © 2022, Association Res Militaris. All rights reserved.
Universitas Negeri Padang, Jl Prof Hamka Air Tawar, Padang, 25131, Indonesia
