The fishbone diagram analysis to know the factors that influence the decreasing interest of farmers in the cultivation of soybean

Abstract

Soybean crop productivity in The Pracimantoro District ranked second in Wonogiri Regency in 2021. However, over time the stability of production has decreased. One thing that causes the decline in soybean production in Pracimantoro District is the decreased interest of farmers in cultivating. This study aimed to determine the factors causing the declining interest of farmers in planting soybeans. The research location was conducted in Pracimantoro District, Wonogiri Regency. The data in this study are primary data and secondary data. Primary data is data are taken directly from the research location through direct observation at the location, interviews with relevant stakeholders, and filling out questionnaires. Secondary data is obtained through agencies related to this research, tabulated and descriptive, and literature searches supporting this research. Analysis method of data using the fishbone diagram. The results showed that the factors that influence the decline in farmers' interest in cultivating soybeans are sources of plant pest and disease risks, sources of input risk and soybean production techniques and sources of risk in the business environment. Some pests and diseases that often arise and attack soybean commodities are leaf spot, whitefly, caterpillar/pod caterpillar, leafhopper, stink bug, bacterial wilt and javelin/ladybug. The Risks from nature is that high rainfall and changing climatic conditions also make it difficult for farmers to grow soybeans. The risk from the production input sector is the unstable quality, quantity, and price of seeds, pesticides and fertilizers. Moreover, other influencing factors exist, such as the entry of imported soybeans, price games at middlemen, the absence of a lower price limit for local soybeans, and post-harvest limitations.