Benefit Cost Ratio Analysis Research Articles

Economic and Environmental Resilience of Tenant Farmers in Majuli, Assam

When agricultural land is unequally distributed, the land lease market can be essential in balancing factor endowments among agrarian families. With this backdrop, the study explores the economic and environmental sustainability of tenant farming among the Mishing tribe in Majuli, the biggest river island. The primary objectives are to compare the economic benefits of tenant versus owner farmers and to assess the resilience of the Mishing community to environmental challenges. Utilising purposive sampling, data were collected from the UjaniMajuli Block. Analytical methods include the Lekart scale, independent t-tests, and cost-benefit ratio analysis to evaluate economic benefits, complemented by field observations to assess resilience indicators. Results reveal that tenant farmers achieve a higher benefit-cost ratio than owner farmers for red and winter paddy, attributed to more efficient resource utilisation and adaptive agricultural practices. Despite strong resilience through traditional adaptive measures, there is a need for enhanced infrastructure and awareness programs. The study emphasises the necessity for targeted policy interventions and support mechanisms to enhance tenant farmers’ economic stability and resilience in Majuli.

Impact of Muga Silkworm Culture in Augmenting Rural Income of Assam, India

Mugaculture is traditionally practiced by the rural population of Assam. Rearing of Muga silk worm is done by most of the villagers belonging to various districts of Assam as an additional source of income. Envisaging the prospects of Muga industry in Assam, the present work tries to study the role of Mugaculture to alleviate rural poverty. The present study was carried out in Dhemaji district of Assam during 2020 to 2022. The study focuses to examine the different aspects of Muga culture and its significance for the livelihood of local people. The parameters identified for analysis included the nature of Mugaculture practices in the study area, the contribution of Mugaculture to rural households and the economic prospects of Mugaculture. The present study finds that income from Mugaculture practices contributes significantly to the total income of the people. The Mugaculture practice in the study area is found to be an avocation that people engage in between other farming activities and people use traditional methods of Mugaculture. Income is generated through selling of cocoon, pupae and muga silk threads. Moreover, a cost-benefit ratio analysis conducted indicates that Mugaculture is a profitable venture of the people.

Plant Characteristics and Bulb Yield of Onion as influenced by Farmyard Manure and Potassium Application Under Maize-based Cropping System at Dailekh

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of different levels of farm yard manure (FYM) (0, 10 and 20 t/ha) and potassium (K2O) fertilization (0, 30, 60 and 90 kg/ha) on plant characteristics and bulb yield of onion cv. ‘Red Creole’ at Horticulture Research Station (HRS), Dailekh during two consecutive years (2019 and 2020). Experiments were laid out in factorial randomized complete block design with three replications. The combined analysis revealed that FYM significantly affected on plant height, number of leaves/plant, leaf length, bulb diameter, bulb weight and bulb yield. But the significant effect of K2O was observed on plant height, number of leaves/plant, leaf length, bulb weight and bulb yield. The highest bulb yield (37.4 t/ha) was recorded at the treatment of 10 t/ha FYM, whereas K2O fertilization at 90 kg/ha produced the highest (39.9 t/ha) bulb yield. The combined application of 10 t/ha FYM and 30 kg/ha K2O produced the highest (41.7 t/ha) bulb yield and found the best treatment combination from the benefit cost ratio analysis. Therefore, the combination of 10 t/ha FYM with 30 kg/ha K2O can be recommended to apply at the soils having medium organic matter and high K2O content to get the highest bulb yield at maize-based cropping system of upland condition in Dailekh.

Economic Assessment of Different Varieties of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam) under the Prayagraj Region of India

A research investigation was conducted during rabi season 2023 at Horticulture research field, SHUATS (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture Technology and Sciences) Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India to determine the economic variation and benefit cost ratio of ten different sweet potato genotypes. The production output of ten different sweet potato genotypes was computed by Cost Benefit ratio (CBR).The Cost Benefit Ratio analysis indicated that the most promising and profitable variety was Sree Nandini followed by Sree Bhadra and Kishan. The highest Cost Benefit Ratio (CBR) of Sree Nandini was 10.82, followed by Sree Bhadra 10.53 and Kishan with 8.3 respectively. According to the agro climatic condition of Prayagraj Sree Nandini Variety of sweet potato is recommended to farmers as it gives a profitable output.

Efficacy and Economics of Plant Extract and Chemicals Insecticide, against Mustard Aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt)

The field experiment conducted at the Student Instructional Farm (SIF), Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology Kanpur during the Rabi season of 2021-2022. The experiment focused on the Indian mustard variety Varuna and included eight treatments, including a control plot. Among the treatments, it was observed that the population of aphids on the top 10 cm apical twigs ranged from 1.23 to 25.56 aphids per plant. The treatment with Thiamethoxam 25 WG @ of 0.2g/liter showed a significantly lower aphid population, with only 1.23 aphids on the top 10 cm central twig per plant compared to the control. Additionally, this treatment resulted in the maximum yield of 18.73q/ha, which was superior to the other treatments. Furthermore, the treatment with Thiamethoxam 25 WG at a rate of 0.2g/liter also showed the highest net income gain of Rs. 54414/ha. The cost-benefit ratio analysis indicated that this treatment ranked first, with a B: C ratio of 1:40.63, suggesting the highest returns on investment. These findings suggest that the application of Thiamethoxam 25 WG at a rate of 0.2g/liter can effectively control aphid populations and enhance the yield and profitability of Indian mustard cultivation.

Profitability Analysis Of Palm Oil Production In Igbo Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria


 This study analyzed the profitability of palm oil production in Igbo Etiti L.G.A of Enugu State, Nigeria. Both multi-stage random and purposive sampling procedures were used to select 120 small-scale palm oil producers. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the participants and analysed using frequency, percentage, and gross margin analysis. The results show that more than half (55.0) percent of palm oil producers use the traditional method of palm oil processing to produce their product whereas 17.5 percent used the mechanical method. The producers sourced their palm fruits mainly from self-sourcing (65 percent), friends and relatives (55.8 percent), and the open market (44.2 percent). The profitability analysis indicates that the total cost of N2,503,100 was incurred as the production cost for palm oil in the 2021 production cycle, out of which N429,000 representing 17.1 percent was expended on the total fixed assets while the total variable cost gulped N2,074,100, representing 82.9 percent of the entire cost. The sum of N796,900 was realized as the net profit from palm oil production in the area. This attests to the profitability of palm oil production in the area. The benefit-cost ratio analysis yielded a value above one (1.3), confirming the viability of palm oil production in the area. The study recommends that the government should initiate a policy that will encourage more people to get involved in palm oil production, as well as, facilitate the transition of palm oil production from the traditional method to the mechanical method.

Assessment of the nitrogen fertilizer split-application on maize grain yield and profitability on Nitisols of South-Kivu, Eastern D.R. Congo

Soil depletion constitutes a major challenge for agriculture and food security in highlands of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of the split-application of nitrogen fertilizer on grain yield and profitability of maize on Nitisols in eastern DRC. The urea fertilizer (100 kg ha−1) was applied in single, two, and three split-applications on three maize varieties for two cropping seasons. Results showed that maize growth and yield parameters varied significantly with N splitting strategy, varieties, and cropping season (p < 0.01). The single N application at the 45th day after sowing presented the highest grain yield (5.5 t ha−1) compared to split-applications for both cropping seasons. The variety 'ZM 627' had the highest grain yield in both seasons (5.4 and 5.8 t ha−1 for 2017 and 2018 cropping seasons, respectively). The benefit–cost ratio analysis showed that single application was more profitable, i.e. 1.63 USD kg−1 of fertilizer compared to two (0.6 USD kg−1) and three splits (0.22 USD kg−1 of fertilizer), though dependent on used varieties. The trend was the same for agronomic efficiency (AE); the single application yielded 11 kg kg−1 of maize grains. In addition, the split applications resulted in additional labor costs. Results from this study do not, therefore, recommend the N splitting strategy for maize on South-Kivu Nitisols.

Corn production and processing into ethanol in Turkey: An analysis of the performance of irrigation systems at different altitudes on energy use and production costs

This research aims to assess the energy input and output involved in corn production in the Elazig province of Turkey in different agricultural systems. This study is interested in energy resource allocation to analyze maize production systems since the value of production inputs and outputs is affected by economic crises as well as the country's politico-economic status. The amounts of energy used for production are still very challenging to change. The typical energy usage of the farms examined in this study is 3359,82 MJda−1, 3715,74 MJda−1, 5366,13 MJda−1 and 6456,24 MJda−1 according to the distance between the water sources and the farms. Of the total mean of energy, 31.06% is direct, 12, 26% is indirect, 14,38% in renewable energy and 42,30% in non-renewable energy. A kilogram of typical maize is thought to require 3,93 MJ of energy in total to produce. Energy used for irrigation makes up most of the input (37.20%), followed by sowing (22.57%) and fertilizer (16.65%). As a result of the benefit-cost ratio analysis is 0.29, the cost of corn production per decare is found to be $112.05/da in the area, with variable costs accounting for 83.17% of the total. The analysis of data reveals that the transformation of 100 kg of corn generates an energy expenditure of 2219.58 MJ and more than 50% of energy expenditure comes from the use of machines.

A Review on Rural Road Improvement and Its Impact on Socioeconomic Development of Kaski District

Rural roads are the spinal cord whose connectivity to the settlements, cultivated lands and its improvement play an important role in sustainable socio-economic development of Kaski district as well as developing country like Nepal as a whole. The accessibility of rural road network is reflected in the field of education, health, employment, agriculture, marketing, tourism as well as in the changing pattern of daily livelihood of rural community in Kaski district. There is some level of achievement of fair weather road but is not sufficient regarding to accessibility to remote settlement and productivity. They need to be prioritizing for improvement to all weather road based on productivity. Improvement like upgrading, opening of track, culvert also seems to be necessary which too reflect positive impact on socio-economic development of Kaski district. This paper tries to review 19 district roads under government planning and emphasis for prioritization for upgrading (earthen, gravel, bitumen) based on cost-benefit ratio analysis. Indicators are taken basically on the basis of agriculture, school, health facility, access to market, access to district centre, water supply in the area, road condition. The average number of points of entire groups is calculated with the help of weights and benefits. Cost/Benefit ratio analysed for each rural road are then ranked as per ascending order of it. This will conclude remarks for the improvement of rural road network for sustainable socio-economic development of Kaski district whose satisfactory results are still to be obtained.

BANGLADEŞ'TE EL TEZGAHI ENDÜSTRİSİNİN TEKNİK VERİMLİLİĞİ: BİR ÇALIŞMA

The handloom textile industry is one of Bangladesh's major labor contributing endeavors that provides income and employment opportunities for a sizable section of rural labor. However, in recent years, the handloom textile industry has been experiencing severe competition with the power loom textile industries in terms of technical efficiency, wage discrimination, and profit margin. This study aims to measure the technical efficiency of the handloom textile industry in handloom rich areas of Bangladesh. This study used multistage sampling techniques to collect data from 50 handloom textile industries in the Sirajganj district. The Stochastic Frontier Analysis (SFA) technique was used to assess technical inefficiency and production efficiency. In contrast, the Benefit-Cost Ratio was used to determine the profit margin for handloom textile industries. The results show that the sample means technical efficiency is 79 percent, ranging from 38 to 100 percent. The SFA regression model also indicates that 66 percent of handloom industries have a 0.75–1.00 efficiency score, while 6 percent of the firms operate below 50 percent of technical efficiency. The Benefit-Cost Ratio analysis shows that handloom products are not highly profitable. The study also found that the existing handloom textile industries face high prices of colors and fabrics, lower adoption of technical knowledge, and obstacles to access to credit, all of which affect the production efficiency of handloom industries. With the foremost prospect of this industry, government policies should address the above problems to ensure favorable textile production in the study area.

Feasibility Analysis of Lake Toba Coastal Roads in Simalungun Regency

The success of development is inseparable from the active participation of the transportation sector. Where the transportation sector is the lifeblood of economic, social, cultural, political and defense-security. The development of the transportation sector is directed at realizing a transportation system that is reliable, highly capable and organized in an integrated, orderly, smooth and comfortable manner; can drive the dynamics of development, the mobility of goods, people and services all at once. Land transportation, one of which is the Road, is a connecting infrastructure by land that is used for human and goods traffic from one place to another. In addition to the aspect of spatial planning activities, the road network has the benefit of directing the growth of an area it traverses, as stated in Regional Regulation no. 10 of 2012 concerning Spatial Planning for the Simalungun Regency, stipulates a transportation network structure plan that is intended to direct the distribution of transportation services and the development of the Simalungun Regency area. At present it is felt that the road on the coast of Lake Toba, Simalungun Regency, is still unable to serve traffic smoothly and safely. There are still locations for these passages that are felt to still need to be addressed to obtain adequate technical feasibility standards, there are still areas that cannot be accessed and have adequate transportation facilities. Determining the economic feasibility of a road maintenance program, it is necessary to analyze the feasibility features economy. In this study, what will be discussed is the feasibility of a road maintenance project with the help of the HDM – III program, then analyzing the output of the program in the form of an analysis of Benefit Cost Ratio, Net Present Value, and Internal Rate of Return. The results of using the HDM-III model show that based on the analysis of road damage, handling with scenario 3 produces better functional road conditions compared to other scenarios. The economic analysis also shows that scenario 3 is more economically feasible than the other scenarios, with minimum maintenance costs and maximum benefits in the form of vehicle operating costs, this is indicated by the NPV, BCR, and IRR values. Keywords: Feasibility Study, HDM – III, Vehicle Operating Costs, Time Value, NPV, BCR, IRR, Missing Link Planning.

Economic viability of value-added cashew products processed in Southeast zone, Nigeria

The “Agricultural Promotion Policy (2016–2020)” is an initiative of Nigeria’s government, designed to create jobs and wealth for participants in the agricultural value chains through value addition to export crops such as cashew. However, it is not known how cashew processors have exploited this opportunity to improve their economic returns from value-added cashew products, processed in the Southeast zone, Nigeria. Consequently, this study analysed the economic viability of value-added cashew products processed in the Southeast zone of Nigeria. Specifically, the objective was to determine the cost-benefit analysis, rate of return on investment, net income, and variability of value-added cashew products processed in the Southeast zone, Nigeria. A descriptive research design involving a cross-sectional survey of 353 randomly sampled participants was administered with a structured questionnaire. Ratio statistics, gross margin, benefit-cost ratio analysis, rate of return and ANOVA were applied to analyze the data. The results show that variable cost constitutes >96 but ≤98% of the total cost of cashew value addition. The average net income from 1 kg of value-added cashew products is profitable with cashew kernel yielding the highest net income (N2,724.4 (US $7.6) > cashew nut (N2,547.9 (US $7.1)) > both cashew products (N2,340.4 (US $6.5)). The benefit-cost ratios for 1 kg of value-added cashew nut and cashew kernel were slightly higher (1:1.4) respectively than that of both cashew products (1:1.3), suggesting that value-added cashew products deliver positive net income to the processors. Equally, the rate of returns (RORs) for 1 kg of value-added cashew products yield the highest (38.1%) in cashew kernel > cashew nut (37.4%) > both cashew products (34.1%). The coefficient of dispersion (COD) in revenue and cost of value-added products shows the least risk in cashew kernel (0.097) and the highest risk in both cashew products (0.122). The study provides empirical evidence for potential small and medium-scale investors to make an informed investment decision about value addition to cashew products. It is recommended that government should encourage people to engage in value addition to cashew products because of its high rate of return, and assist processors with credit to procure modern processing equipment to enhance profitability and income generation.

Cost-benefit ratio analysis of freshwater aquaculture in selected area of Southern Bangladesh

The agriculture industry is widely believed to be essential to the nation's long-term growth and prosperity. In many ways, including via enhanced food security, employment, and economic growth, the agricultural sector as a whole and fisheries in particular have made significant contributions to enhancing people's health and well-being. A variety of measures may be used to determine the financial health of the fish farms. The purpose of this study was to estimate the financial viability of fish pond farming and to ascertain its advantages and disadvantages. From the Taltoli upazila in the Barguna area, sixty pond fish breeders were randomly selected. These figures allow us to calculate the gross cost of producing pond fish per hectare to be 1378806 BDT, the gross return to be 2125023 BDT, and the net return to be 746217 BDT. The findings of this study proved that pond fish farming was a profitable endeavor in the region that was being studied. The Cobb-Douglas production function was further employed in order to better comprehend the part that each variable in the production of pond fish plays. The majority of the taken into account factors were demonstrated to have a considerable impact on fish productivity. The returns on pond fish production were positively and statistically significantly impacted by four of the six parameters studied. To improve the management and cultivation of pond fish farming, certain recommendations were made. Asian J. Med. Biol. Res. 2022, 8 (4), 240-250

Feasibility study of the Kerinci 350 MW hydro power plant

The demand for electricity is currently growing rapidly. In accordance with the government's policy to optimize the use of renewable energy sources, including water, by constructing a hydroelectric power plant. The study of the potential utilization of the Batang river flow is aimed at how much of the optimum electric power potential there is in the utilization of the Batang Merangin river flow as a hydropower plant. The results of the calculation of the potential for electric power at the Kerinci PLTA show that the optimum electrical power that can be generated is 366.27 MW and the energy produced annually is 1,443.86 GWh. The cash flow of the Kerinci hydropower project consists of technical estimates, revenues, operating and maintenance costs, inflation, taxes, and depreciation. Benefit-cost ratio analysis is calculated according to probable economic conditions during construction and lifetime. The initial investment cost for the Kerinci hydropower plant is around 12,922,000,000,000. The net present value obtained is 423,372,934,373, the internal rate of return is 10.7%, the return on equity is 16.2 years and the benefit-cost ratio is 1.2. The results show that the Kerinci hydropower plant can be built in terms of both technology and money.

순환골재의 경제성 평가에 관한 연구

In this study, the economic feasibility of replacing natural aggregates with recycled aggregates and the benefits of using recycled aggregates in actual construction sites were calculated. The economic feasibility of recycled aggregate was reviewed using the cost-benefit ratio analysis method. In order to find out the cost-saving effect of sites using recycled aggregate, a total of 28 sites under construction by Korea Land and Housing Corporation, including residential land, industrial complexes, and roads, were surveyed and the savings effect was analyzed. The results of analyzing the economic feasibility and saving cases of recycled aggregate are as follows. First, as a result of material cost analysis for the last 5 years, it was confirmed that the unit price of recycled aggregate (3,850 won/㎥) was four times cheaper than that of natural aggregate (13,000 won/㎥). As a result of time series B/C ratio analysis considering social cost, the ratio (3.23 in 2017, 3.42 in 2018, 3.60 in 2019, 3.70 in 2020, 3.77 in 2021) increased over time. When recycled aggregates are used instead of natural aggregates, not only basic construction costs but also social costs can be reduced, and it can be confirmed that the effect is more than three times the benefit compared to the input cost. Second, as a result of analyzing the economic feasibility of the sites where recycled aggregate was actually applied, the recycled aggregate usage rate was 54% on average in a total of 28 sites. The total site savings amounted to 4,311,660 thousand won, and it was found that when 100% of natural aggregate was used, there was a 31% reduction effect compared to the construction cost (13,818,657 thousand won).

Comparison of virus detection, productivity, and economic performance between lots of growing pigs vaccinated with two doses or one dose of PRRS MLV vaccine, under field conditions

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) causes a significant economic impact on swine production. It has been demonstrated that PRRS modified-live virus (MLV) vaccination of pigs, with one full dose, significantly reduces clinical consequences of wild-type PRRSV infection compared to non-vaccinates. However, there is limited information about the effect that two doses of PRRSV MLV vaccine have on the performance of growing pigs, compared to vaccination with a single dose. This study was conducted with the objectives to compare (a) the wild-type PRRSV detection in oral fluids over time, (b) key closeout productivity indicators, and (c) economic performance between lots of growing pigs vaccinated with two doses of Ingelvac PRRS® MLV vaccine and lots vaccinated with a single dose of the same vaccine. This randomized field trial included 15 lots of growing pigs from PRRSV positive-unstable sow farms and 66 lots from PRRSV positive-stable sow farms, according to the American association of swine veterinarians’ terminology. All pig lots received the first vaccination either around processing or weaning age. Lots allocated in the two doses group received the second vaccination three to four weeks after the first vaccination. The pig lots were monitored for PRRSV detection over time. Six oral fluids samples were collected in three weeks intervals and were tested for wild-type PRRSV-2 RNA by RT-qPCR and open reading frame 5 (ORF)− 5 sequencing. Regression models were used to compare wild-type PRRSV detection dynamics on oral fluids samples and to compare key closeout performance indicators between one dose group and two doses group. Additionally, a benefit-cost ratio analysis compared economic performance between one dose group and two doses group. The proportion of wild-type PRRSV detection on oral fluids samples and the log counts of viral RNA per ml of oral fluids from the two doses group was lower than the one dose group on lots originated from PRRSV positive-stable sow farms, with a risk ratio of 1.24 and a rate ratio of 1.17, respectively. The two doses group had a significantly lower mortality rate than the one dose group, with a rate ratio of 1.21. The effect size increased on lots originated from PRRSV positive-unstable sow farms, and on lots with higher frequency and diversity of wild-type PRRSV detection during the growth phase. No differences in growth performance were detected between two doses group and one dose group. The second MLV vaccination dose had a benefit-cost ratio of 1.83. For lots originated from PRRSV positive-unstable farms, the benefit-cost ratio was 4.45, and for lots originated from PRRSV positive-stable farms, the benefit-cost ratio was 0.45. Under study conditions, vaccinating growing pig lots with two doses of PRRS MLV vaccine was a useful strategy to immunize growing pigs against PRRSV, lowering the wild-type PRRSV detection, lowering mortality rate, and increasing profitability, compared to lots of growing pigs that received a single dose of the same vaccine.

The Feasibility Analysis of Layer Livestock Business in Alebo Village Konda District South Konawe Regency

This study aims to analyze the feasibility and sensitivity of laying hens in terms of financial aspects and if there is an increase in variable costs and a decrease in product prices. This research was conducted in Alebo Village, Konda District, South Konawe Regency, from September 2021 to January 2022. The object of this research is the Laying Chicken Livestock Business. This research uses the case study method. Research variables include respondent identity and business feasibility analysis. Analysis of the data used in the financial feasibility analysis includes the analysis of Net Present Value, Net Benefit-Cost Ratio Analysis, Internal Analysis of Return, Payback Period Analysis, and Sensitivity Analysis. The results of this study indicate that the financial aspect obtained an NPV value of IDR774.411.584, with a discount factor used of 15%, Net B/C of 2.32, IRR of 49%, the Payback period for two years four months so that the chicken farming business laying breeds are declared financially viable. Based on the sensitivity analysis, the business is still feasible to run despite an increase in the price of corn feed and DOC by 30% and a decrease in the selling price of eggs by 15%.

BUSINESS EFFICIENCY AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE OF COCONUT SUGAR SMES IN BANYUMAS REGENCY

This study aims to analyze economic efficiency and the factors that influence the performance of coconut sugar SMEs in Cilongok District, Banyumas Regency. This study uses primary data obtained through interviews with 162 respondents. By using Benefit-Cost Ratio analysis and multiple regression, this study finds that the coconut sugar business in Cilongok District, Banyumas Regency is not yet efficient and the coconut sugar business performance is positively influenced by financial capital. While social capital and human capital do not affect it. This research implies the need for continuous efforts from all stakeholders to provide business assistance and certainty in product marketing so that product prices become more stable. In addition, it is also necessary to optimize the potential of social and human capital to strengthen the role of financial capital in improving business performance. This can be done through the institutionalization of social capital and optimizing the role of the village government in facilitating cooperation with various parties.

A Design Method for the Roadside Clear Zone Based on Accident Simulation Analysis

In order to improve the safety design of roadside areas and reduce the loss of roadside accidents, this paper uses PC-Crash software to perform an accident simulation analysis. By recording the track of the vehicle after entering the roadside, the recommended widths of the roadside clear zone for different operating speeds and horizontal curve radii in straight and curved sections are given. According to our previous research data, the conditions for setting the roadside clear zone are proposed. Finally, based on a cost-benefit ratio analysis, a comprehensive risk index method is adopted to evaluate the social stability risk of the project and conduct research on the design method of the roadside clear zone. The results show that the width of the roadside clear zone has an exponential relation with the departure speed and a power relation with the horizontal curve radius. The research results realize the accurate calculation of the roadside clear zone width and fill in the gaps of the relevant specifications and guidelines in the setting conditions of the roadside clear zone.

ANALISIS KELAYAKAN USAHA TANI CABAI(Capsicum annum L.) RAMAH LINGKUNGAN DI KABUPATEN HULU SUNGAI SELATAN PROVINSI KALIMANTAN SELATAN

Chili farmers in Hulu Sungai Selatan Regency experience several obstacles in carrying out environmentally friendly chili farming, besides that there is no research that analyzes the financial feasibility of the farming business. This study aims to identify the problems of farmers in environmentally friendly chili farming from the aspects of cultivation, production and environmental techniques compared to conventional farming, and analyze the feasibility of environmentally friendly chili farming. This research is a survey research. Determination of the location and sample of the study was carried out purposively in Padang Batung District which is an environmentally friendly chili farming area in Hulu Sungai Selatan Regency. Respondents' data was collected using the census method. Identification of problems using descriptive analysis method. The analysis used is the calculation of profit (π) and business feasibility. The results showed that the problems faced by environmentally friendly chili farmers in the aspect of cultivation techniques were slower land preparation; need a process in the manufacture of fertilizer media and vegetable pesticides; the reaction of plant fertilizers and pesticides on plants is rather slow; and spraying of botanical pesticides should be done regularly. The profit of environmentally friendly chili farming is Rp. in Hulu Sungai Selatan Regency it is feasible to operate based on the results of the Net Benefit Cost Ratio analysis of 107.37, Net Present Value of 92,684,379, Internal Rate Return of 10.637% and Return On Investment of 336%.