LEVEL OF FARMER PARTICIPATION IN THE UTILIZATION OF RICE PAPER WASTE AS A COMPOST

Abstract

The population of Tambaksari District is only about 20% of farmers who use straw as compost, there is a need for farmer participation in dealing with agricultural waste issues, especially rice straw as compost fertilizer. This study is to: Describe the level of participation of the utilization of straw waste, and factors related to the level of participation of farmers. The activity was carried out in Tambaksari Subdistrict, Ciamis Regency, from April to July 2019. Determination of the sample was carried out randomly using the Slovin formula and obtained 55 respondents. The results of the study, the level of participation of farmers included in the category of "high" that is 94.5%, internal factors associated with the level of participation of farmers is the area of ​​land. Meanwhile, external factors related to the level of participation of farmers are the role of extension workers as facilitators, motivators and initiators, availability of facilities and infrastructure, and availability of information. Opportunities are the "lowest" indicator of farmer participation. The level of farmer participation in this assessment falls into the "high" category. Internal factors related to the level of farmer participation are land area. External factors related to the level of farmer participation are the role of extension workers, the availability of infrastructure, and the availability of information. To increase farmers' participation, a demonstration plot is needed. So that it can be used as an extension material but adapted to the conditions and needs of farmers.