Formulating a revitalization strategy for a sustainable mangrove environment with natural and human resource management

Abstract

Abstract Damage to mangrove areas in Sayung District in the 1980s due to the conversion of mangrove forests into tiger shrimp ponds had a long-term impact. The problems that trigger the destruction of mangrove ecosystems are the loss of natural landscapes due to abrasion, accretion, and tidal flooding, as well as human, economic, and development activities. In recent years, the improper management of natural resources has begun to be realized, not only by local governments and stakeholders but also by the active awareness of the community. This study aims to develop a strategy for revitalizing the management and sustainability of mangrove ecosystem resources through a socio-ecological approach. The location selection method used a purposive method, while the sample selection used a simple random sampling method. Researchers using SWOT analysis will determine the formulation of the revitalization strategy. The cross-tabulation between internal and external factors results in aggressive strategic decisions and the horizontal integration of growth. The formulation of the revitalization strategy includes 1) The establishment of ecotourism and mangrove forest educational tourism; 2) the establishment of craft centers based on sustainable mangrove resources; 3) exhibition slots created by the community surrounding the mangrove ecosystem; 4) Natural product consumption in the private sector; 5) Ongoing promotion of coastal and river clean-ups in conjunction with community empowerment; 6) Seeds for pond fish, mini crabs, seaweed, and other aquatic life are available. 7) Traditional medicine based on mangrove germplasm; 8) Product marketing digitization to increase selling price and bargaining position; 9) Training in essential mangrove restoration; 10) Conservation and rehabilitation of mangrove ecosystems; 11) Tour guide training and modern education-promotion for the younger generation; 12) A labor-intensive program for the development and improvement of facilities and infrastructure; 13) Silvofishery training and implementation; 14) The establishment of a downstream business center and the incubation of the derivative service sector; 15) The formation of hygiene awareness groups and waste banks, as well as 16) Advanced training for unemployed human resources.