Analysis of special rice farming income in supporting the reduction of stunting in Riau province

Abstract

Abstract Rice is a food commodity and is the main source of carbohydrates for the majority of the world’s population. Currently the function of rice has shifted from food with a special function, especially for health. Stunting is still a serious health problem facing Indonesia. Based on data from the National Nutrition Status Survey (SSGI) for 2022, the prevalence of stunting in Indonesia is 21.6%. This number decreased compared to the previous year, which was 24.4%. New superior varieties of special rice have special characteristics, such as Inpari IR Nutri Zinc and brown rice (Pamelen) which are very beneficial for health. This research was conducted in June - December 2021, located in Sungai Tengah village, Sabah Auh District, Siak Regency. The materials used are special rice superior varieties (Pamelen, Tarabas, Baroma, Inpari Nutri Zinc, Inpari 24). This study aims to determine the income of rice farming, especially in an effort to support the reduction of stunting in Riau Province. The results showed that Pamelen and Inpari Nutri zinc varieties produced 4,452 kg/ha GKG and 4,686 kg/ha GKG higher than the average production of other rice. The BCR value of all varieties is more than 1, this explains that all varieties developed according to economic analysis are feasible and profitable. the Inpari IR Nutri Zinc variety of rice is suitable for cultivation in Siak Regency, Riau Province.