Profile of pig farming in the coastal area of Ambon Island

Pig farming as a source of animal protein is also a local resource that has the potential to be developed in Maluku, especially Ambon Island. This research aims to compile a complete profile of pig farming in the coastal area of Ambon Island and analyze the economic, social and environmental impacts of pig farming activities in the area. The research material were 32 pig breeders spread across the villages of Latuhalat, Airlow, Seri, Passo and Suli, Ambon Island. The methods used are field surveys, direct interviews using structured questionnaires and direct observations in the field. The results of the research showed that there were 28 young breeders and 4 middle-aged people. Based on type of work, 28 people are annual crop farmers and 4 people are housewives. Based on the education level: 3 people in elementary school, 2 people in middle school and 27 people in high school who have been involved in pig farming for 1 - 20 years and it is seen as a form of savings. The types of pigs are VDL, Duroc, VDL x Duroc crosses, and local pigs. The rearing system is intensive and the feeding pattern used by the farm is only tofu dregs, household waste and taro leaves so that pigs are easily attacked by diseases such as worms, fever, bloating and do not have a good effect on production and reproductive performance, for this reason there is a need to improve the system maintenance and feeding.