INTEGRATION OF LOCAL KNOWLEDGE IN WATER AND ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT NAMSUAY RIVER BASIN TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMIC NONG KHAI PROVINCE

Abstract

          The objectives of this article research to 1) study the conditions of water resources and environment management in the Namsuay river basin by integrating local wisdom. 2) study the problems and obstacles in the management of water resources and the environment in the Namsuay river basin by integrating local wisdom. 3) Develop local knowledge in water resources and environment management in the Namsuay river basin to enhance economic security. This research is a qualitative research use the study from large focus group discussions/group interviews and from participatory and non - participatory observation. The research found that: 1) The conditions in the management of water resources and the environment of the Namsuay river basin by integrating local knowledge In general, villagers use simple methods based on what is inherited from their ancestors. By using the concept of the method that is consistent with the area including materials that are available in the community caused by the ability and experience that is consistent with the tradition. Culture and way of life of the villagers for water allocation and use of Namsuay river basins to nourish life villagers for a long time. 2) Problems and obstacles in the management of water resources and the environment, Namsuay river basin by integrating local wisdom including the use of water for agriculture, drought, flooding, the use of technology in catching fish, etc. These problems, government agencies are trying to accelerate the resolution. 3) Developing local wisdom in managing water resources and the environment. Namsuay basin area to strengthen economic security must do integration in the government. Local government organization and community sectors for understanding and being informed of common practices.