POTENSI PERTANIAN SEBAGAI PENGGERAK UTAMA DI MASYARAKAT DESA MATARU SELATAN KECAMATAN MATARU KABUPATEN ALOR

Penina Maruli (Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tribuana Kalabahi)
Marsia Alomau (Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tribuana Kalabahi)
Marthalin Lanmai (Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tribuana Kalabahi)
Priska Lakatina (Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tribuana Kalabahi)
Petrus Mau Tellu Dony (Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tribuana Kalabahi)

Journal of Community Dedication
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2026): Journal of Community Dedication

The purpose of this study is to describe the potential of the agricultural sector as the main driver of economic development in the South Mataru Village community, as well as to examine its role in improving community welfare. The research method uses a qualitative descriptive approach through observation and interviews with village officials, as well as a literature review. The results of the study indicate that agriculture is a dominant sector that has a large contribution to household income, local food security, and the potential for developing superior village products. The main challenges found include limited infrastructure, access to technology, and marketing of agricultural products. Research recommendations include increasing farmer capacity, commodity diversification, and supporting village-based government programs.