Ecosystem architecture of social enterprises in the agricultural sector in West Java
摘要
This study examines the ecosystem architecture of agricultural social enterprises in West Java, Indonesia, using the five stage ecosystem architecture model. We apply a qualitative case study design supported by semi structured interviews with 12 informants across smallholder farmers, social enterprises, academics, and the provincial government. The analysis combined theory guided interpretation with data driven coding. Interview transcripts were coded at the dyadic level to capture recurring exchanges across five value types, goods and services, monetary value, information, data, and intangible value. Coded ties were then used to construct a multi layer interaction network and compute centrality, modularity, and network density. Validation was conducted through two stakeholder feedback sessions with the participants to refine boundaries, role assignments, and contested ties. Results show two coexisting distribution pathways. A traditional market channel operates alongside three focal social enterprise pathways, Daun Desa, Seni Tani, and Kebun Belakang, that shorten distribution through urban retail, community supported agriculture (CSA), and eco farming community markets. Enabling actors strengthen the architecture through standards and training provided by BIOPS, knowledge and data support from academia, and policy coordination by the West Java Development Planning Agency (Bappeda). The findings highlight how stability depends on the continuity of enabling ties and the reliability of information and coordination flows across pathways. Practical implications include digital inclusion, CSA scaling, governance standardisation, and environmental certification, with relevance to SDG 2, SDG 8, SDG 12, and SDG 13.