Agrotourism As A Means of Improving The Economic Standard of Gumeng Village Residents With The Principle of Integrated Farming

Objective: Rural tourism presents significant potential for economic diversification
and community welfare, particularly through the sustainable utilization of natural and
agricultural resources. This study explores the development of integrated farming-based
agrotourism in Gumeng Village, Gondang District, as a strategy to enhance local
economic growth and village self-sufficiency. Method: A qualitative descriptive
approach was employed, utilizing documentation analysis, interviews, direct
observations, and secondary data review from village reports and relevant literature.
This methodological framework provided a comprehensive understanding of the existing
agricultural potential and its integration into tourism development. Results: The
findings highlight that Gumeng Village possesses considerable agrotourism potential,
particularly in secondary crop cultivation, durian and rambutan plantations, and
mountainous camping sites. These resources offer opportunities for structured
agrotourism development, contributing to increased Village Original Income (PAD)
and fostering economic resilience among the local community. Novelty: This study
provides an empirical basis for agrotourism as a driver of rural economic
transformation. The findings emphasize the role of agrotourism in promoting village
self-sufficiency, encouraging infrastructure development, and supporting policy
recommendations for sustainable rural tourism initiatives.