Effectiveness of agricultural counseling methods during the covid-19 pandemic to increasing rice production in Maros District

Abstract

The effectiveness of agricultural extension is an extension effort to achieve maximum results by utilizing existing resources. The implementation of Agricultural Extension during the Covid-19 pandemic is shown through the methods used so that it has a direct or indirect impact on the behavior of farmers in terms of increasing knowledge, attitudes, and skills so that their rice production increases. This study aims to determine the application of agricultural extension methods that are effectively used during the Covid-19 pandemic. The population of this study was all members of the farmer group located in Maros district. Sample determination using a method with a purposive sampling system. The data analysis method is qualitative descriptive analysis. The results of the study found that an effective agricultural extension method during the Covid-19 pandemic was an individual counseling method.