Active Extension Research Articles

Exploring the relationship between extensive graded book reading and writing performance among third-grade students: a correlation analysis

This study examines the impact of long-term extensive book reading activities on students’ writing skills in a distinct context lacking prior research. Employing technology to monitor students’ reading, the research focuses on first language long-term reading activities, a domain unexplored in Taiwan’s education system. Tracking book reading over three years, the study unveils the gradual fulfillment of reading goals and explores the connection between extensive book reading and writing performance. The investigation also found that graded reading and Bridge Books’ roles in enhancing students’ reading and writing outcomes. Employing rigorous data analysis, the study offers a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationship between extensive book reading and writing performances. Findings reveal Picture Books and Basic Books as popular reading categories, influencing writing quality and word count during the revision process. However, there are potential trade-offs between quantity and quality of the writing performances, specifically observed in Bridge Books’ impact on initial draft and revision quality. The complex interplay between different grades of the book and writing performance emerges, suggesting implications for educational interventions and further research in enhancing writing performances through extensive reading.

Protective effects of flavonoids against intracerebral and subarachnoid hemorrhage (Review).

Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), known as non-traumatic cerebrovascular rupture and hemorrhage, often occurs in the deep basal brain segment. It is known for its high morbidity and mortality rates. Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a clinical syndrome caused by the rupture of blood vessels at the base or surface of the brain that allows blood to flow directly into the subarachnoid space. It progresses quickly and typically manifests at younger ages compared with ICH. ICH and SAH are both devastating events in the category of hemorrhagic strokes and are attracting increasing attention from researchers. Flavonoids, being important natural molecules, have remarkable anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Flavonoids have extensive biological activities in inflammation and oxidative stress (OS), and have protective effects in vascular function associated with cerebrovascular diseases. They have an impact on the onset of ICH and SAH by targeting various pathways, including the suppression of inflammation and OS. Recently, the role of flavonoid compounds in ICH and SAH has also received increasing interest. Thus, to serve as a resource for the prevention and treatment of ICH and SAH, the present review provided an overview of the research on flavonoid compounds in the prevention of brain damage after these two conditions have occurred.

Socialization for Prevention of Diarrhea Diseas in Nitikan Village District, Plaosan District, Magetan

Socialization is generally known as a learning process, this occurs because it is human nature that we will never be satisfied with something we don't know. This socialization is a form of effort to provide an explanation of an object that will be accepted by the subject. Socialization is usually carried out in an association agenda, whether formal or non-formal, so that socialization is considered very important for the community so that goals can be achieved. Based on preliminary information from the Plaosan Community Health Center, it is known that the highest incidence of diarrhea occurs in Nitikan Village. There were 12 cases of diarrhea in 2021, 15 in 2022 and 5 in January – April 2023. This research method uses lecture, question and answer, pre test, post test, demonstration methods. to society. The target of the socialization is 30 Nitikan Village Health cadres. Location of extension activities in Nitikan Village. The time for counseling/socialization is July 3 2023, at 09.00 – finish. The socialization officer is a lecturer at the Magetan Campus Sanitation Study Program and is assisted by students. From the results of counseling about diarrheal diseases to health cadres in Nitikan Village, Plaosan District, it was found that, their knowledge before the counseling was in the good category and after following the counseling was in the good category, meaning there was an increase in knowledge about diarrheal diseases.

Evaluation of the Constraints Perceived by Farmers in Production and Marketing of Betel Vines in Bankura District of West Bengal, India

Agriculture is the skeleton of Indian Economy and the stabilising point of social structure and economical skeleton of the country. Apart from providing National Income, ensuring food security or generating employment, Agriculture is the main stay behind the cultural commonality and the economic homogeneity of the society. The present study on betel vines was executed in Taldangra Block of Bankura district, West Bengal. The study area was chosen through purposive sampling due to dominance of commercial betel vines. Sampling was also done following the principle of convenient sampling as the study area is earlierly known to the researchers. To minimise the recall biases a personal rapport was established with the farmers before surveying & data collection. Study was conducted in Agricultural year 2023-24 by Primary data collection from 120 farmers of seven randomly selected villages. The study assessed the constraints faced by the farmers in the production and marketing of betel leaves growing and how much they have been affected by these problems. Primary data were individually taken to assess the intensity of problems at individual level, through a semi-structured and pretested schedule, employing Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) as per requirement. The result indicated that four major production constraints are unavailability of timely credit, yield loss due to climatic variability, high fixed Cost (mainly for establishment of orchard), lack of proper training and extension activities and major marketing constraints are higher degree of price fluctuation, middlemen involvement, lack of export services, lack of definite price policy. Other associated constraints are labour unavailability during harvest, unavailability of good planting materials, storage unavailability, leaves damage during transportation, lack of market information. Major suggestions received from the farmers regarding alleviation of these constraints are arrangement for govt. subsidy and proper training and extension programmes, direct connection with buyers for lowering middlemen frequency and interference which unnecessarily increases the price, construction of storage house for storing betel leaves to reduce post-harvest loss.

EFFECT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ON WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN FARMING ACTIVITIES IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA

Domestic violence against women in agricultural households presents a multifaceted challenge affecting both the individuals involved and broader agricultural productivity. The objective of the study was to; describe the socio-economic characteristics of the respondents; examine the nature of domestic violence prevalent in the study area; identify the causes of domestic violence and determine the level of participation of women in farming activities; and examine the effect of domestic violence on women farming activities in the study area. Multi-stage sampling and random sampling techniques were used to select 180 respondents for the study. The primary data obtained using a well-structured questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive statistics and a three-point Likert scale. The result showed that reveals that the majority (56.7%) of the respondents were between the age range of 26 – 45 years, 86.7% were married and all the respondents had some form of formal education. Further investigation revealed that physical violence, sexual violence, emotional violence, economic violence, and psychological violence were prevalent in the study area. The farming activities participated by women included planting, harvesting, land clearing, bush burning, processing, irrigation, decision making, farm labor, marketing, farm groups, extension activities, family discussions, and farm programs. This violence significantly impacts women's ability to engage effectively in farming activities, leading to reduced income, loss of assets, and diminished productivity. The major effects of violence on farming activities of the respondents in the study area were reduced income, lack of strength to continue with farming activities, lack of concentration on farming activities, reduced time devoted to farming activities, and loss of ownership of farm or asset. Based on the findings, to reduce the ugly incidence of domestic violence against women in the study area, there is a need to mandate law enforcement agencies by the government to arrest and prosecute perpetrators of domestic violence against women in the study area, highlighting the need for comprehensive interventions to address domestic violence against women in agricultural households, promoting gender equality, women's empowerment, and agricultural development for food security and economic prosperity.

Virus Infected Papaya Plants Differentially affects Oxidative Stress and Survival in Caenorhabditis elegans

Carica papaya (papaya) leaves has significant nutraceutical properties. However, it is speculated that papaya leaf curl virus (PaLCuV) and papaya ring spot virus (PRSV) can severely affect the therapeutic properties and alter the overall nutraceutical potential of papaya leaves. Therefore, we evaluated the bioactivity of the virus infected papaya leaves extract (PLE) compared to healthy PLE in C. elegans. Viruses infection were confirmed by visual inspection and PCR based detection. Anatomical changes and elemental analysis were analyzed through SEM-EDS. PLE were tested for life span extension and ROS scavenging activity on C. elegans. Infected leaves displayed typical symptoms of curling, distortion and anatomical analysis revealed closed and less number of stomata. Healthy PLE extended (24%) the life span of C. elegans with no significant change in ROS generation while in PaLCuV and PRSV infected PLE, were observed to have significant reduction in the mean life span of 15.4% and 17% with 1.2-fold and 1.9-fold increase in ROS generation.

Anomalous cobalt enrichment in pyrite from an altered mafic dike in the Linglong gold deposit, Jiaodong Peninsula, China: Mechanisms and implications

Traditionally, gold deposits in the Jiaodong gold province of China have been regarded as gold-only deposits lacking economic base metals. However, recent studies found some cobalt (Co) enrichment in those deposits. The mechanisms of this Co enrichment remain poorly understood. In this study, we identified a type of pyrite highly enriched in Co (concentrations up to 32800 ppm) at the Linglong gold deposit, Jiaodong gold province. The pyrite was collected from a hydrothermally altered mafic dike contacting with gold ore veins. To decipher the enrichment mechanisms of Co, in-situ textural, elemental and sulfur isotopic analyses were conducted on the pyrite. The pyrite typically exhibits core-mantle-rim textures. The cores (Py-m1) have high Co concentrations (up to 5950 ppm) with homogeneous texture and elemental distribution, which could be the primary pyrite formed by pyritization of the mafic dike. The mantles (Py-m2) have the highest Co concentrations (up to 32800 ppm) and contain abundant mineral inclusions (chalcopyrite, galena, and sphalerite) and pores, showing the formation through coupled dissolution-reprecipitation (CDR) reactions. The rims (Py-m3) have low concentrations of Co (0.14–559 ppm) and show cubic shapes, forming directly from hydrothermal fluids. The δ34S values increase from the cores (4.2 ‰ to 9.1 ‰, mean of 8.0 ‰) to the mantles (8.9 ‰ to 11.9 ‰), but vary between the above two in the rims (4.2 ‰ to 12.2 ‰, mean of 9.0 ‰). The sulfur isotopic compositions of the Py-m are similar to those of pyrite (4.8 ‰ to 9.5 ‰) from the neighboring auriferous quartz-sulfide veins at Linglong in previous study. Combined with the geological and textural features, it is inferred that hydrothermal fluids during gold mineralization extracted abundant Co from the mafic dikes, leading to the primary enrichment of Co in the Py-m1. The Py-m1 was dissolved and re-precipitated during subsequent hydrothermal activities, forming Py-m2 with enhanced re-enrichment of Co. Basically, the Co-rich mafic dike provided the initial enrichment of Co while the gold-bearing hydrothermal fluids contributed to concentrate Co further. Considering the widespread mafic rocks and extensive hydrothermal activities during gold mineralization throughout the Jiaodong gold province, there might be a considerable Co resource formed through the above processes.

Extension of Beauveria bassiana the Effectiveness As a Coffee Fruit Borer Pest Control in Ngrayudan Village, Ngawi Regency

The development of coffee cultivation in Ngrayudan Village, Ngawi Regency has experienced a decline in quality due to the attack of the Coffee Fruit Borer pest. The pest causes damage to the coffee fruit. Based on the results of the identification of the area potential, there is a problem regarding the handling of Coffee Fruit Borer pests that had not been maximized by farmers in Ngrayudan Village. Farmers do not have the knowledge and skills to use biological agents as solutions. This study aims to design extension and behavior changes related to farmers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills. This research was conducted in February - March 2024 using a qualitative approach by using the level III action research method which has four stages in extension activities including planning, action, observation, and reflection. Based on observations and interviews with respondents after counseling showed significant changes in behavior. Supported by quantitative data from the extension evaluation results which showed an increase in knowledge of 34%, while the attitude level showed results of 89% including in the category of responsibility in deciding a matter, and a skill level of 80% including in the level of problem-solving farmers can describe problems to find the best solution. The conclusion of this study shows the existence of effective extension in improving behavior change in Farmer Groups in making biological agents such as Coffee Fruit Borer pest control.

Farmers’ Group Coaching and Agricultural Extension Regarding Soil and Water Conservation in Nagari Cupak, West Sumatra

Nagari Cupak is a sub-district in Solok Regency with a big rice field that can be developed to increase farmers’ wealth. The development of rice field potential in Nagari Cupak can be conducted with agricultural extension to farmers. One of the outreach topics that can deliver to farmers is the importance of the efficient functioning of farmer groups (as a learning class, as production units, and as a place to cooperate). In this situation, the topic regarding conserving water and soil in rice fields for efficient rice production in Nagari Cupak is another one that may be discussed with farmers. The agricultural extension was carried out in Jorong Panyalai, Nagari Cupak, Gunung Talang District, on Thursday, 10 August 2023. The method used in community service is the lecture method. Furthermore, it continued with a question-and-answer session. The object of this community service is to join farmer groups in Nagari Cupak, which consists of 18 farmer groups. These activities showed that the farmers did not optimise the group’s function because they only used it as a gathering place. Farmer groups also shared the issues they frequently encountered, and solutions were offered. In addition, agricultural extension activities were continued with practice regarding soil and water conservation on land provided by the Nagari Cupak Government. The farmers’ persistence can be seen in their enthusiasm for this extension activity until the end of the extension. In order to enable farmers to practice soil and water conservation on their own, they also requested that Extension Officers continue to support them.

Metroxylon sagu Rottb. Fruit Flour as Potential Prebiotics for Selected Probiotics and Phytochemical Profiling of its Methanolic Extract by LC-MS/MS

The plant of Metroxylon sago Rottb. which is found abundantly in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Papua New Guinea, is famous as carbohydrate producing plants. The sago fruit has not been yet extensively used, although they are rich in oligosaccharides which is potential as prebiotic. Sago fruit flour was studied as growth substrate for five selected probiotics and phytochemical profile of its methanol extracts were determined. All bacteria grew well up to 24 h on the growth medium containing sago fruit flour as carbohydrate substitute. However, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus FNCC 0099 and Lactobacillus acidophilus FNCC 0051 showed viability stability up to 72 h, while the others were slightly decreased. The sago fruit flour contained 20.4 mg/g total sugars, 14.8 mg QE/g flavonoids, and 36.7 mg GAE/g phenolics. After extraction of the fruit flour with 80% methanol using an ultrasonicator at 55 °C at 40 kHz for 40 min, the extract was analysed for its phytochemical profiles using untargeted LC-MS/MS screening with negative ionization mode. Seven compounds categorised in three distinct groups i.e., sugar alcohol, plant glycosides and fatty acids, have been identified as having possible prebiotic activity. These include ((1xi)-1,5-anhydro-2,3,6-tris-O-(carboxymethyl)-1-methyl-4-O-methyl-D-glucitol), quercitrin, (15Z)-9,12,13-trihydroxy-15-octadecenoic acid, corchorifatty acid F, 3,5-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-oxo-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-7-yl-hexopyranoside, gynocardin, and (4-methylumbelliferone)-b-D-glucopyranoside. As the sago fruit flour has been proved as potential prebiotic in this study, its extensive prebiotics activity, prebiotic index, and stability under digestive condition will be subjected for further study.

ANALISIS MUTU PELAYANAN PENYULUHAN PERTANIAN DAN KEPUASAN PETANI PADI SAWAH DALAM KEGIATAN PENYULUHAN PERTANIAN DI KELURAHAN BARUGA KECAMATAN BARUGA KOTA KENDARI

The quality of extension services is expected to generate satisfaction for farmers, which will then be useful in efforts to increase the capacity and quality of individual farmers. This study aims to assess the level of quality of extension services and farmer satisfaction in agricultural extension activities in Baruga Sub-district. The population of this study were all wet-rice farmers in Baruga Sub-district, which amounted to 287 people. The research sample was determined using the Slovin formula with an error rate of 10%, resulting in a sample size of 34 farmers. This research employed a quantitative approach. Data were collected through surveys, interviews, and document review, with the assistance of questionnaires. Quantitative descriptive analysis was used to process the data. The findings indicated that the quality of agricultural extension services in farming development activities in Baruga Village was generally rated as good or high. This can be observed in each indicator, namely tangible, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy, which have been executed optimally. Furthermore, the satisfaction of farmers with regard to agricultural extension activities in the development of farming in Baruga Village is evident. This is demonstrated by the positive response (satisfaction) of farmers to the actions of extension workers, which begins with the activities of extension service visits and extends to the satisfaction with the material presented, the ability to identify potential, and the satisfaction with the ability of extension workers to identify problems.

Edukasi Kualitas Air Bersih Bebas Kontaminasi Bakteri Coliform pada Masyarakat Jungsereh Garut

Indonesian people still use dug wells as a source of clean water. The dug well itself has bacteriological qualities that are easily contaminated. Coliform bacteria such as Escherichia coli can cause diseases, one of which is diarrhea. Jungsereh Garut Village is an area that uses a lot of water from dug wells for daily needs such as drinking water. The aim of this outreach is to determine the quality of clean water free of coliform bacteria contamination in the Jungsereh Garut community. The target of this counseling is the community of Jungsereh Village RT.02 Kec.Mekarsari Garut, totaling 30 people. This outreach activity is a form of increasing public awareness of the quality of clean water for drinking water that is free of coliform bacteria contamination. The method of implementing this extension activity is in the form of material presentation, discussion and question and answer and filling out a questionnaire regarding the level of understanding whether there are differences before and after the intervention.

EDUCATION OF MAINTAIN DENTAL AND ORAL HEALTH AT TAMBAKREJO STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SIDOARJO

The counseling activity on maintaining dental and oral health given to class V and VI students at SDN Tambakrejo Surabaya is a form of community service in the form of presenting material and simulations which are expected to maintain health and prevent dental and oral disease in children. The extension activities will be held on December 9, 2023 at SDN Tambakrejo Waru Sidoarjo. Before carrying out extension activities, there is an activity preparation process for approximately four weeks before implementing the activity, starting from determining the type of activity to submitting permits to the relevant parties. As a form of evaluation, this activity was attended by 42 elementry school students of classes V and VI, the participants took part in the activity very enthusiastically and the counseling guidance activity ran smoothly.

EDUCATION OF EARTHQUAKE ALERT APPLICATION AT PGRI MIDDLE SCHOOL BANTUR MALANG

The Earthquake Alert Application Socialization Activity given to teachers at PGRI Middle School Bantur Malang is a form of community service in the form of delivering material and socializing the use of the Earthquake Alert Application as a guide on how to rescue when an earthquake occurs. Implementation of socialization activities on August 25 2023 at PGRI Middle School Bantur Malang. The target of this outreach activity is all teachers at PGRI Middle School Bantur. Before carrying out extension activities, there is an activity preparation process for approximately six weeks before carrying out the activities, starting from making applications to submitting permits to related parties. As a form of evaluation, this activity has attended by eight teachers, the participants participated in the activity very enthusiastically, and all participants were able to operate the application well.

Myopia Prevalence in Latin American Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Although myopia is a growing global concern, comprehensive studies on its prevalence among Latin American (LATAM) children and adolescents are still lacking. Thus, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the prevalence of myopia in LATAM children and adolescents aged three to 20. The study conducted a thorough literature search from January 1, 1975, to February 28, 2023, identifying 24 studies on the prevalence of myopia in LATAM that met the inclusion criteria. Quality assessment and standardized data collection were performed. The meta-analysis used a random-effects model due to heterogeneity and calculated prevalence rates. Finally, the analysis of data from 24 eligible studies revealed a myopia prevalence of 8.61% (range 0.80-47.36%, 95% confidence interval (CI): 5.22-13.87%, p < 0.05) among 165,721 LATAM children and adolescents. No significant age-based associations or temporal trends were observed in this study. Studies with non-cycloplegic or objective assessment exhibited a numerically higher, although statistically non-significant, myopia prevalence (10.62%, 95% CI: 4.9-21.6%) compared to studies using cycloplegia (7.17%, 95% CI: 3.40-14.50%). In conclusion, myopia affects approximately one in 11 LATAM children and adolescents. Given the increasing exposure of LATAM youth to known myopia risk factors, such as extensive near-work, online learning, and limited outdoor activities, it is crucial to monitor myopia trends in this region. Further research is imperative to address and prevent myopia in LATAM.

Analysis of Factors Causing Difficulties in Use of Rice Land in the Irrigation Area of the Tojo Region and West Tojo

In one of the areas in Tojo Una-Una Regency, the rice fields are irrigated rice fields with a surface irrigation system, where the water source comes from a river which flows into the rice fields. However, in the dry season, the water demand for rice fields in these two regions cannot evenly meet the water needs of rice fields in both regions, thus affecting farmers' production results. The aim of this research is to find out what factors make it difficult for farmers to utilize rice fields in the irrigation areas of the Tojo and West Tojo regions and to find out the strategies used by farmers to overcome difficulties in utilizing rice fields in the irrigation areas of the Tojo and West Tojo regions . Respondents in this study were 281 respondents including rice field farmers in the Tojo region and farmers in the West Tojo region. Data analysis uses Factor Analysis. The magnitude of the influence resulting from all these factors reached 62,445%, while the remaining 37,555% was influenced by other factors whose influence was not significant. The strategies implemented by farmers to overcome difficulties in utilizing rice fields in the irrigation areas of Tojo and West Tojo regions include repairing irrigation networks, building groundwater irrigation pumps, improving the quality of farmers' human resources through regular extension activities, arranging planting pattern schedules, changing systems. distributing water during the dry season, and reactivating the P3A (Water User Farmers Association).

DENGUE HEMORRHAGIC FEVER PREVENTION EFFORT WITH 4M PLUS (COVERING, DRAINING, RECYCLING, MONITORING, AND PLUS SPRINKLING) IN SIDOARJO

The health education activity on efforts to prevent dengue fever with 4M plus given to housewives in Ngaban Village, Tanggulangin Sidoarjo is a form of community service activity in the form of delivering material on efforts to prevent dengue fever with 4M plus as a way to prevent the occurrence of dengue fever. Implementation of outreach activities on December 17 2023 at the Ngaban Village Hall, Tanggulangin Sidoarjo. The target of this health education activity is housewives in Ngaban Village, Tanggulangin, Sidoarjo. In implementing extension activities, there is a process of preparing activities starting from making proposals and submitting permits to related parties. As a form of evaluation, this activity was attended by 17 participants. Participants were very enthusiastic about taking part in the activity and 95% of the audience could understand the efforts to prevent dengue fever with 4M Plus

Funding and Library Resource Management in Higher Education Universities in India

Libraries are regarded as vast repositories of information that have accumulated from academic works throughout time. These preserves contain intellectual information and convey it to future generations. This study discusses the current portrayal of government and private efforts in higher education and the involvement of libraries in advancing the use of these initiatives for teaching, research, and extension activities in Higher Educational Institutions (HEI). This research conducted a comparative analysis of libraries' financing and resource management in Indian HEI. The empirical investigation used a questionnaire-based research design. The research used a sample size of 100, selected by the purposeful sampling method. The questionnaire served as the primary tool for gathering data. The insights gained were analyzed using one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The examination showed that the noticed funding source significantly impacted various aspects of university libraries in India. This includes the distribution of knowledge resources, the preservation of library amenities, accessibility to human resources, and the provisioning of library amenities. These data suggest that librarians should consider other financing methods, if needed, to enhance their services. Additional endeavors should be undertaken to tackle the problems of the growth of human resources, acquisition of facilities, and their subsequent upkeep. Ultimately, it is crucial to include the university librarian in the strategic planning of HEI.

Enhancing physical function and activity level in malnourished older adults through oral nutrition supplements: a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundMalnutrition of older individuals, leads to significant functional decline, reducing their quality of life. Lifestyle interventions; dietary improvements and supplementation are explored to enhance the physical function of older adults. The current study aimed to assess the impact of oral nutritional supplements (ONS) on the functional and activity levels of Sri Lankan older adults.MethodsThis randomized controlled trial included; an intervention group (IG) receiving 200 mL of ONS providing 247 kcal per serving, for 12 weeks and a control group (CG) receiving an equivalent volume of water. Changes in handgrip strength, knee extension strength, gait speed, functional and activity levels were assessed.ResultsThe IG showed significant improvements in handgrip strength (43.96 ± 18.61 kg vs. 32.81 ± 17.92 kg; p < 0.001) and knee extension strength (23.45 ± 2.29 kg vs. 16.41 ± 2.09 kg; p < 0.001) following 12 weeks compared to the CG. The IG also exhibited significant improvements in gait speed (1.31 ± 0.52 m/s vs. 0.87 ± 0.26 m/s), Barthel index score, (0.30 ± 0.47 vs. -0.18 ± 0.66), PASE score (0.52 ± 17.79 vs. -1.60 ± 21.77) and IPAQ categories.ConclusionsONS was found to be effective in improving the functional and physical activity levels of malnourished older adults.Trial registration.Sri Lanka Clinical Trial Registry SLCTR/2022/021. Registered on 06/10/2022.

Penyuluhan Pertanian dan Kesetaraan Gender dalam Usahatani Jagung Pertanian Lahan Kering di Kecamatan Jerowaru Lombok Timur

Rural women participate in implementing food crop farming activities both in paddy fields and dry land. This participation should be followed by women's participation in agricultural extension activities and the realization of gender equality in farming. This research is aimed at analyzing the level of gender equality in corn farming in dry land farming and the agricultural extension factors that influence it. The research location is in Jerowaru District with the sample villages being Seriwe Village (hill land) and Sekaroh Village (moor land). Data was collected using survey techniques by conducting interviews with 60 respondents. Data were analyzed descriptively using scoring, Mann-Whitney difference test and Rank Spearman correlation analysis test. The research results found that the level of gender equality in corn farming is relatively high and is influenced by agricultural extension support factors. Thus, strengthening the implementation of gender responsive extension needs to be improved to realize equality in access and control of resources, women's participation in corn farming and obtaining benefits.