Farmers' Coping Strategies in Facing Flood Disasters
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53713/htechj.v3i2.346Keywords:
flood disaster, coping strategy, farmerAbstract
Flood disasters in agricultural areas have the potential to inflict devastating losses, mainly through crop failures. These failures can severely undermine farmers' economic conditions and dramatically decrease productivity levels within the agricultural sector. Consequently, farmers face significant challenges in managing the aftermath of such disasters. This research is dedicated to exploring and elucidating the coping strategies employed by farmers in Wonoasri Village, Tempurejo District, Jember Regency. A quantitative descriptive study involved 290 participants selected through a simple random sampling technique. Data collection was facilitated using a characteristics sheet specific to farmers alongside the Brief Cope Questionnaire. The findings reveal that farmers primarily utilize adaptive coping strategies, achieving an impressive median score of 83.00. Notably, the most prevalent strategies include religious coping, behavioral disengagement, and substance use. These insights underscore the resilience and resourcefulness of farmers as they navigate the challenges posed by flood disasters.
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