<![CDATA[. Rimbo Larangan Teratak Air Hitam is a customary forest managed by the customary institution of Kenegerian Teratak Air Hitam based on customary rules passed down through generations. However, until recently, Rimbo Larangan has not received formal recognition in the form of a decree as a customary forest. This condition poses a challenge to its conservation, necessitating strategies to maintain the sustainability of the area. This study aims to identify the efforts and challenges of the customary institution in conserving Rimbo Larangan Teratak Air Hitam in Kenegerian Teratak Air Hitam, Kuantan Singingi Regency. This study employs a qualitative method with a case study approach. Informants were selected by combining quota and purposive sampling, consisting of 6 main informants and 4 key informants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The research results were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. This study indicates that the customary institution takes active measures through installing area notice boards, constructing boundary ditches, enforcing rules and sanctions, conducting patrolling activities, planting seeds, and holding customary deliberations. Network efforts are carried out through collaboration with nieces, nephews, grandchildren (anak cucu kemenakan), the Village Government, and the Forestry Office. Legality efforts are conducted through the legitimacy of management and customary licensing. These various efforts demonstrate that the customary institution acts as an actor who consciously formulates and implements conservation strategies to preserve Rimbo Larangan, even though its implementation still faces various internal, external, and network challenges.]]>
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