ABSTRACT PT. Perawang Sukses Perkasa Industri, Lipat Kain District, Riau Province is one of the companies that manages industrial timber plantations that has a nursery to produce seedlings that will be planted in the field. Activities in the nursery include various activities that require intensive labor and the use of various tools and materials that contain potential occupational health …
ABSTRACT The management of forests by Indigenous Law Communities (Masyarakat Hukum Adat, MHA) in various regions has demonstrated significant effectiveness in forest preservation, despite the fact that some forests lack official recognition as customary forests by the government. The involvement of communities in forest management frequently reveals disparities in gender roles, where contribut…
ABSTRACT The production forest area used for coal mining has been damaged by mining activities using open pit mining methods, which resulted in damage to the land surface and loss of biodiversity. The existence of reclamation and revegetation activities helps in land recovery efforts. The objectives of this study were to identify the types of pioneer plants and analyze the level of diversity o…
ABSTRACT Terentang wood (Campnosperma auriculatum) is one of the woods used in construction, furniture, or various other wood products. Terentang wood is included in durability class V and strength class III - IV so that it needs to be preserved so that its durability is higher and resistant to attacks by wood destroying organisms such as termites. One type of plant that is toxic to wood destr…
ABSTRACT Coastal community activities, especially with population growth and development, contribute to the degradation of mangrove ecosystems in Riau Province, particularly in Jangkang Village, Bantan Sub-district. Mangrove degradation in this area is becoming increasingly concerning due to excessive exploitation. This study aims to identify the factors that cause mangrove degradation and to …
ABSTRACT Terentang (Campnosperma auriculatum), a fast-growing species with potential as raw material for industrial and construction purposes, faces limitations due to its low natural durability (resistance class V) and susceptibility to subterranean termite (Coptotermes curvignathus) attacks, leading to significant economic losses. While synthetic wood preservatives are constrained by hig…
ABSTRACT Bur Telege is one of the natural tourism areas that has a variety of tourist activities and is developing. The development of tourist attractions requires an analysis of land suitability and development strategies to realize management that can improve the welfare of the community while still paying attention to environmental sustainability. The purpose of this study was to determine …
ABSTRACT Ecotourism is a tourism activity that is responsible for nature, empowers the community, and increases environmental awareness. Batu Dinding Waterfall, which is located in the vicinity of Bukit Rimbang-Bukit Baling Wildlife Reserve, has a natural tourist attraction. This study aims to determine the feasibility level of the Batu Dinding Waterfall tourist attraction and to determine…
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility of Semut Island as a tourist attraction and to understand visitors' perceptions of its potential. This study uses a mixed-method approach. Data will be collected through observation, interviews, and literature review. Interviews will be conducted with both management and visitors. Management will be selected using purposive sam…
ABSTRACT Bukit Cadika Pine Forest Bangkinang is one of the pine forests in Bangkinang Riau. Pine is a type of tree that is classified as a fast-growing type and does not require special requirements in its planting, so pine can spread naturally to areas south of the equator. The existence of understory plants can also function as soil protectors from rain grains and surface flow and play a rol…
ABSTRACT Mangrove ecosystems play a crucial role in maintaining coastal environmental balance and hold significant potential for sustainable ecotourism development. In Sungai Apit Subdistrict, Siak Regency, the presence of mangrove forests presents both opportunities and challenges for community-based management. This study aims to analyze the level of community participation in managing mangr…
ABSTRACT Human-wildlife conflict was an increasing phenomenon in various regions, particularly in areas bordering natural habitats. One such conflict occurred between the community and primates in Pandan Wangi Village, Peranap District, Indragiri Hulu Regency. This study aimed to understand the community's perception of primates, the conflict they faced, and their efforts to mitigate it. The r…
ABSTRACT An evaluation of community-based mangrove rehabilitation activities in Jangkang Village, Bengkalis Regency, was conducted to determine the factors influencing the success of the programme and its effectiveness. Rehabilitation focused on two locations: the coastal area and the Jangkang River. The approach used was descriptive qualitative with in-depth interviews, field observations, li…
ABSTRACT The purpose of the study was to determine the characteristics of visitors who visit the ecotourism area and to calculate the economic value of the Bukit Candika Pine Forest ecotourism area, Kampar Regency, Bangkinang City District. The research design used was a quantitative design with the travel cost method. The instrument used was a questionnaire. Instrument analysis used a questio…
ABSTRACT Rimbo Panti Nature Reserve is a vital conservation area in West Sumatra that faces ecological threats from invasive plant species, notably Arenga obtusifolia (langkap). This species exhibits high regenerative capacity and spatial dominance, potentially disrupting local biodiversity. This study aims to map the distribution and analyze both the spatial patterns and environmental factors…
ABSTRACT Mangrove forests are very important for society and the environment. The Merambai River mangrove forest in the Meranti Islands Regency plays an important role in protecting the coast and has the potential for ecotourism development. This study aims to determine the structure and composition of mangrove forest stands in the Merambai River mangrove area in the Meranti Islands Regen…
ABSTRACT Land cover changes in forest areas are often driven by land use and tenure dynamics. To address this, the government has provided legal certainty regarding the ownership status of settlements, public facilities, and social facilities within forest areas that had been occupied for at least five years prior to the enactment of Law No. 11/2020 (the Job Creation Law), through the Land Ten…
ABSTRACT Nipah sticks (Nypa fruticans) are one of Indonesia's potential export commodities. Nipah sticks is the central part of the nipah leaf, known for its strength and durability. The potential for nipah plants in Riau is significant, and one of its habitats can be found in the Batang Tuaka District. The research aims to understand the supply chain of nipah sticks in Batang Tuaka District, …
ABSTRACT The potential of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs), in general has not been optimally utilized. The processing of NTFPs for the people of Koto Sentajo Village is still not the primary source of income for the community but is part of fulfilling daily living needs. This study aims to determine the types of NTFP utilization and their contribution to the economy of the community in Koto…
ABSTRACT One type of biodiversity found in Indonesia is fungi. Fungi usually thrive in moist environments. As heterotrophic organisms, fungi depend on organic substances from other organisms to support their lives. This study aims to identify the types of macroscopic fungi and analyze the habitat vegetation of macroscopic fungi found in the Imbo Putui Customary Forest, Tapung District, Kampar …