The Impact of Zakat, Agricultural Output, and Poverty on Indonesia’s Food Security
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15408/sjie.v14i2.44738Keywords:
food security, zakat utilization, agricultural production, povertyAbstract
Research Originality:
The originality of this research lies in integrating zakat as an Islamic financial instrument into the analysis of food security in Indonesia, a topic that has rarely been explored. Furthermore, it links the concept of maqashid sharia with the Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger), thus offering a novel contribution both theoretically and practically to the food security literature.
Research Purpose: This study aims to assess the likelihood of food security across Indonesian provinces and investigate the role of zakat solutions.
Research Methods: Employing a quantitative methodology, panel data on zakat utilization, agricultural output, and poverty levels from 34 Indonesian provinces (2013-2022) were analyzed using EViews 9.
Empirical Results: The findings reveal that agricultural output and zakat utilization have a positive and significant impact on food security, whereas poverty has a negative effect.
Implications: More effective policies are necessary to manage zakat utilization, enhance food production, and alleviate poverty, thereby ensuring Indonesia has a more stable and sufficient food supply for all.
JEL Classification: Q18, I32, O13, Z12
How to Cite:
Salsabila, A. A., Nurasyiah, A., & Firmansyah. (2025). The Impact of Zakat, Agricultural Output, and Poverty on Indonesia’s Food Security. Signifikan: Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 14(2), 549-562. https://doi.org/10.15408/sjie.v14i2.44738.
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