Praktik Jual Beli Cacing Perspektif Hukum Islam (Studi Kasus di Desa Paseban Mangunrejo Kecamatan Kebonagung Kabupaten Demak)

Abstract

The practice of buying and selling worms carried out by the people of Paseban Mangunrejo Village occurs because of the large demand for worms which are used as a basic ingredient for medicines and cosmetics. Worms are considered by the public to be disgusting animals, but they have many benefits in curing several diseases. Therefore, many people use it as medicine, cosmetic ingredient and animal feed. This becomes a problem if there is a difference of opinion whether buying and selling worms is allowed or not. Because the living medium and food for worms are made from animal waste and household waste. The aim of this research is to determine the practice of buying and selling worms that occurs in Paseban Mangunrejo Village and then analyze this practice based on Islamic Law from the fiqh muamalah approach and the Fatwa DSN-MUI. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative method, namely explaining or describing events according to field facts. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, literature and relevant documents. The results of this research state that the law of buying and selling and cultivating worms is legal (permissible) according to Islamic law, because buying and selling worms is done to take advantage of their benefits and properties. Worms are used as animal feed and for making medicines and cosmetics because they contain substances that heal and prevent various diseases.