Praktik Budaya Kerja dalam Proses Penyulingan Nilam di Desa Amorome Utama Kecamatan Asera Kabupaten Konawe Utara

Abstrak

This study aims to describe the work culture of the community involved in patchouli distillation and to explain the reasons behind the application of such work practices in Amorome Utama Village, Asera District, North Konawe Regency. The research employs an ethnographic approach, with data collected through direct observation, participant observation, regular interviews, and in-depth interviews. The findings indicate that the work culture in patchouli distillation is grounded in values of precision, discipline, and carefulness at every stage of the process, starting from selecting patchouli leaves, filling the distillation kettle, to controlling the fire to produce clear and high-quality oil. The spirit of mutual cooperation also remains strong, reflected in the community’s habit of helping one another without expecting any return. Additionally, patchouli distillation serves as the community’s main source of income and encourages the use of local resources, such as firewood and locally made bricks, to reduce production costs.

Kata kunci

• Work culture
• distillation
• patchouli oil