Affecting the Existence of Subak and Farmers' Welfare in North Kuta District, Badung Regency

This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the existence of Subak and the welfare of farmers in North Kuta District, Badung Regency. Specifically, this study examines: (1) the influence of the water availability crisis, Subak institutions, the role of government, and land conversion on the existence of Subak; (2) the influence of the water availability crisis, Subak institutions, the role of government, land conversion, and the existence of Subak on the welfare of farmers; and (3) the mediating role of Subak existence in the relationship between the water crisis, institutions, the role of government, and land conversion on the welfare of farmers. The approach used is associative quantitative with a sampling technique of 120 people or 40% of the total population. Data were collected through observation, structured interviews, and in-depth interviews. Data analysis was carried out using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). The results showed that the water availability crisis, Subak institutions, the role of government, and land conversion had a significant effect on the existence of Subak. The four variables also had a significant effect on the welfare of farmers, where land conversion had a negative effect. However, the existence of Subak does not have a significant influence on farmer welfare and does not act as a significant mediator in the relationship between these variables.