Agricultural Villages Research Articles

PERAN KELOMPOK TANI DAN PENGGUNAAN SARANA PRODUKSI PADA KEGIATAN USAHATANI JAGUNG DI DESA KOMBA-KOMBA KECAMATAN KABANGKA KABUPATEN MUNA

The issues encountered in maize farming activities in Komba-Komba Village can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the knowledge and expertise of farmers in this area remain limited. Secondly, the role of farmer groups is not yet fully realised. Thirdly, the utilisation of production resources, including seeds, fertilisers and pesticides, is not optimised. The objective of this study was to ascertain the utilisation of production facilities and the function of farmer groups in maize farming activities in Komba-Komba Village, Kabangka Subdistrict, Muna Regency. The research informants were selected purposefully, with specific criteria in mind. Consequently, the research informants totaled 13 individuals, comprising farmer group administrators, specifically two farmer group leaders, two secretaries, two treasurers, six farmer group members, and the village head. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis using interview guides. This study focuses on the utilization of production facilities and the role of farmer groups in maize farming. The research employs a qualitative descriptive analysis approach to data analysis, comprising three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that farmer groups in Komba-Komba Village serve as a conduit for collaboration in maize farming activities. This is evidenced by the presence of groups that engage in joint efforts between the farmer group leaders and members during the farming process. Furthermore, the role of farmer groups has not been as effective as the function of farmer groups. In terms of production facilities, farmers in Komba-Komba Village provide these for maize farming activities, including seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, using their own capital.

Affection and Responsibility: Driving Mechanism of Local Tourism Employment of Farmers in Ethnic Villages

In tourism employment, the participation of farmers is closely linked to the development of ethnic villages. Existing literature often overlooks the role of farmers’ non-economic rationality factors in their employment behavior. This study investigated the mechanism of farmers’ livelihood capital, place attachment, and family care on their local tourism employment behavior. The research found: First, livelihood capital facilitates farmers’ participation in local tourism employment, with place attachment mediating the correlation between livelihood capital and participation of farmers in local tourism employment, and family care positively moderating their participation in local tourism employment. Second, three distinct configurations drive farmers’ participation in local tourism employment. Third, complementary and substitution effects exist between livelihood capitals. Fourth, place attachment and family care demonstrate a masking effect. The government should actively maintain farmers’ place attachment, address farmers’ family care difficulties, guide farmers to utilize the substitution and complementary influences of livelihood capital and select appropriate paths to promote farmers’ participation in local tourism employment.

Edukasi Daur Ulang Minyak Goreng Bekas Menjadi Produk Aroma Terapi Ramah Lingkungan di Kelurahan Jelupang

Used oil is produced every day in every home, in its use, mothers are still not aware of the dangers that will be caused by the repeated use of used oil. The need for training to provide knowledge and be active in the environmental health of neighborhood neighborhoods in the Jelupang Village area of South Tangerang It is a must, considering the rainy season that has begun to be frequent, the disposal of used oil waste will clog the sewers in the Jelupang Village environment. With a qualitative approach in this Jelupang KKN, providing ideas for this training The results of the study show that this training program received a warm welcome from mothers who are members of the Jelupang Village Farmer Women's Group, who are waste bank activists in the village, and have been well coordinated, making it easier to conduct the training. They already have a stock of used cooking oil which is withdrawn and deposited every Wednesday per neighborhood in the village, the activists get new knowledge in creative use with a variety of models and sales results, with a variety of fragrances.

Training on the Use of Appropriate Technology to Increase Agricultural Production in Villages in Indonesia

This Community Service activity aims to improve the knowledge and skills of farmers in Indonesia's villages by using appropriate technology through online training. In this series of activities, villages with adequate internet infrastructure and a low rate of technology adoption are identified. The training was conducted online using the Zoom application and attended by farmers from various regions. The results of the pre-test show that the majority of farmers have limited knowledge about agricultural technology. After participating in the training, the final assessment (post-test) showed a significant improvement in farmers' knowledge and skills, with an average increase in knowledge scores of 60% and skills of 55%. High participation and positive feedback from participants indicate the effectiveness of online training as a method to increase farmers' capacity. However, challenges such as limited access to equipment and cost remain obstacles to implementing appropriate technology in the field. In conclusion, online training has improved farmers' knowledge and skills. Still, additional support is needed to ensure the sustainability of the application of technology in the field. These findings make an important contribution to the development of farmer capacity-building programs in Indonesia, especially in the context of the adoption of modern agricultural technology.

Peningkatan Nilai Ekonomi Kotoran Kambing di Desa Sanankerto melalui Pembentukan Kelompok Tani

Sanankerto Village has an abundant number of livestock (goats), resulting in a significant accumulation of goat manure, which poses a potential health threat to the residents. To enhance the economic value of goat manure in Sanankerto Village, it is necessary to establish an institution focused on managing goat manure waste from upstream to downstream, namely a farmers' group. This community service program aims to initiate the formation of the Sanankerto Village Farmers' Group, with a focus on organizational quality systems, including vision, mission, objectives, quality policies, organizational structure, task mapping, SOPs, and work instructions (IK). Using the PRA (Participatory Rural Appraisal) method, an agreement was reached between the program implementers and Sanankerto Village officials to establish the farmers' group. Due to time constraints, the reported program for forming the farmers' group covers only the formulation of the vision, mission, objectives, and quality policies. This program successfully formulated the vision, mission, and quality policies of the farming group, although further action is still required for full implementation. Based on the achievements to date, it can be concluded that the establishment of the farming group using the PRA method has successfully raised community awareness of the economic potential of goat manure

DIGITAL MARKETING IN THE CREATIVE ECONOMY

The urgency of this research is focused on Mina Padi Integrated Agriculture education in order to increase rice production and freshwater fish production by Cibahayu Village farmers as well as digital marketing training in the creative economy of making fish-based culinary that has high economic value, as well as digital-based marketing education so as to increase economic opportunities from these marketing strategies. Through this research activity, it is hoped that digital literacy related to production marketing can be a provision in utilizing existing economic opportunities. The purpose of this research activity is to provide experience and knowledge for farmers to be able to carry out the mina padi system, besides that the community is able to apply the creative economy by making fish-based culinary, and understand the digital-based production marketing process.

Tripartite evolutionary game analysis of government reward and punishment mechanisms and agricultural resilience under a dual carbon context

PurposeUnder the “dual carbon” framework, the article explores the equilibrium points among the government, agricultural enterprises and village committees, and uses sensitivity analysis to reveal the dynamic factors affecting these stakeholders, thereby proposing methods to enhance agricultural disaster resilience.Design/methodology/approachThe article uses MATLAB to construct a game model for the three parties with interests: agribusiness, government and village council. It examines the stability of strategies among these entities. Through graphical simulation, the paper analyzes the sensitivity of agricultural enterprises carbon emissions and village committees’ rent-seeking behaviors in the decision-making process, focusing on significant factors such as government carbon tax and regulatory policies.FindingsA single government reward and punishment mechanism is insufficient to influence the strategic choices of enterprises and village committees. The cost of rent-seeking does not affect the strategic choices of enterprises and village committees. A key factor influencing whether the village committee engages in rent-seeking is the level of labor income of the village committee as an “intermediary”.Originality/valueThis paper focuses on the dynamic game between three stakeholders (the government, agricultural enterprises and village committees), seeking dynamic equilibrium and conducting sensitivity analysis through visualization to provide the government with optimal policy recommendations.

Authentic perception experience of tourists in traditional agricultural cultural heritage village: Scale development and validation

Authentic perception experience of tourists in traditional agricultural cultural heritage village: Scale development and validation

Does land expropriation to neighbors affect the enrollment of bystanders in pension programs?

Land expropriation can incur not only economic costs but also political costs. Using panel data from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS), we investigate the impact of land expropriation on the compliance behaviors of rural residents for the New Rural Pension Scheme (NRPS), which is an extremely important public policy led by the government in China. To exclude the potential confounding impacts of reduced social security levels resulting from land expropriation, we focus on farmers in the same village who have not suffered land expropriation. The results of the difference-in-differences (DID) regression model suggest that land expropriation significantly reduces the probability of farmers within the same village, who have not suffered land expropriation, enrolling in the NRPS. The primary reasons are that land expropriation significantly decreases the trust of non-land expropriated farmers in local officials and the NRPS. Additionally, land expropriation has a stronger impact on unexpropriated farmers with lower levels of education, as well as unexpropriated households without Communist Party of China membership or with a high level of dependence on agriculture. Our findings suggest the cost of land expropriation is larger than previously thought, as it generates broader political trust and policy compliance issues.

Sustainable Spatial Development of Multifunctional Villages: A Case Study of Eastern Poland

The decline in the role of agriculture as the basis for the livelihood of rural residents has led to the development of new directions for rural transformation. In Poland, the concept of multifunctional development has gained the most popularity. However, it does not have a defined spatial development model. There has also been no research into how the development of non-agricultural functions affects spatial development and to what extent this development is sustainable. Therefore, the aim of this study is to show and compare the changes that have taken place over the last 40–50 years in the spatial arrangements of development in traditional agricultural villages and in villages with different non-agricultural functions (tourist, industrial, and service functions). At the same time, we want to indicate which of these functions have contributed to the development of the most sustainable spatial arrangements. To this end, we selected three indicators of sustainable development of rural space: compactness of buildings, continuation of traditional rural layouts, and availability of services, and then carried out an analysis of changes in these indicators on the basis of archival and current cartographic materials and data on service facilities. We conducted the research for four municipalities in eastern Poland (50 villages). The results indicate the predominance of negative spatial phenomena such as the deterioration of the accessibility of services and spatial development contrary to historical spatial layouts. There is a spillover of development in the form of discontinuous, chaotic clusters of buildings often having the character of suburbia and, consequently, the disappearance of village centres, worsening walkability, and blurring of village boundaries. The only positive change is an increase in the compactness of buildings—mainly in villages that previously had a dispersed character. It is difficult to identify village functions that would unequivocally favour spatial sustainability. The service villages showed slight advantages in terms of social (availability of services) and environmental (compactness of buildings) factors. In contrast, the development of agricultural villages was more favourable in cultural terms (traditional village layouts). In all aspects, negative changes were recorded in industrial villages and (the worst results) in tourist villages. However, the trends were similar in all municipalities, which draws attention primarily to the lack of a rational spatial policy related to multifunctional village development.

Gender, social networks, and the use of organic fertilizers toward sustainable agriculture in suburban villages of Central Vietnam

Gender, social networks, and the use of organic fertilizers toward sustainable agriculture in suburban villages of Central Vietnam

Transformation of traditional home garden (Pekarangan) spatial structure in rural Javanese garden houses compound, Indonesia

ABSTRACT This paper discusses the home garden (Pekarangan) Physical structure in the current condition of Javanese agricultural villages. The discussion mainly focused on home garden layout, spatial elements, and vegetation characteristics. The study of Traditional Javanese village home gardens is summarized from the study of relevant literature. Current conditions were identified from the results of observation and field studies in three villages selected based on the distance of the urban area. A spatial analysis of the home garden’s layout and forming elements was carried out to determine the current condition of the home garden structure and its transformation. The result revealed that the typical Javanese home garden structure in the village still exists and is utilized by people. Some home gardens were also transformed into new structures based on their original form. Home garden spatial structure transformation can be seen in the changes in home garden spatial structure, land size, area coverage, and vegetation characteristics. Furthermore, the composition of the home garden’s spatial structure transformation influences the village’s spatial development.

The Importance of Measures Undertaken to Improve the Quality of Life in the Problem Areas: A Case Study in Warmia and Mazury Region in Poland

State agencies set up to manage the agricultural properties of the State Treasury, in subsequent years of their operation, have been implementing programs that are also intended to improve the social and living situation of the inhabitants of former state-owned farm villages. Such measures include non-refundable financial support distributed by the National Support Centre for Agriculture (NSCA). The research aimed to assess whether non-refundable financial aid improves the quality of life of local communities living in rural areas, particularly in former state-owned farm areas identified as problem areas. Another objective aspect of the research was to indicate the importance of this assistance in the opinion of the beneficiaries of this form of support (district authorities) and local communities. Improvement of the quality of life of rural inhabitants and support for the development of rural areas by local governments can be achieved by taking advantage of potential development factors and opportunities emerging in the environment and by being able to establish effective cooperation with various institutions. For local development to proceed smoothly, especially in rural areas, various institutions and economic players need to reach a consensus, become involved, and work together efficiently. A possible instrument to achieve this is the non-repayable financial support distributed by the National Support Centre for Agriculture (NSCA), which-according to the research-brings measurable effects.

Perspektif Etika Bisnis Islam Terhadap Pengelolaan Peternakan Ayam Di Desa Pinggir Air

Considering that the egg products of purebred chickens of farmers in waterfront villages have not been able to meet the standard needs of around 20% of the local market needs, so that purebred chicken eggs are imported from outside the region to meet egg needs. The lack of supply from within this area is not able to meet local needs, making the opportunities for the waterfront village community to develop laying hen farm management very wide open. This research is to find out the Perspective of Islamic Business Ethics on the implementation of Chicken Farm Management. The research method used is qualitative research with sample determination. The key informant in this study is a chicken farmer in Pinggir Air. Non-key informants are people who are considered to know the problem being researched. The result of this study is an indicator of the management of chicken farms in Pinggir Air Village, this chicken farming business uses land and personal capital partly from loans from conventional banks. This chicken farming marketing system uses a direct marketing system. The perspective of Islamic business ethics on the implementation of chicken farm management in Pinggir Air Village has fully applied the principles of Islamic business ethics based on unity (monotheism or unity) by not leaving the essence of worship to God, as well as establishing a balance in determining fair egg prices for all consumers and being responsible and honest in determining and maintaining egg quality.

A Model of Social Welfare of Village Farmers and Production Capacity: A Case of Agricultural Products in Indonesia

This research aims to understand the Social Welfare of Village Farmers and Production Capacity of Agricultural Products in Indonesia. This topic is of particular interest from both an ontological and a sociological perspective, in the context of public policyThe research questions were analyzed using a mixed methodology, combining qualitative and quantitative research. The qualitative study data were collected through observation and documentation; the analysis was done through multiple steps like data reduction, presentation, verification also with the support of triangulation. Quantitative data were collected through 100 respondents survey, analysed using Partial Least Square (PLS). The qualitative findings indicated that there was a need for information to be provided to stakeholders regarding the social welfare of village farmers and the production capacity of agricultural products in Indonesia. The implementation of this information would be beneficial. The quantitative findings indicated that public policy and social welfare had a positive and significant impact on production capacity. This result provided inputs for the creation of more effective regulations and policies for state agencies as public officials and practitioners in managing social welfare of village farmers and production capacity of agricultural products.

Evaluation and influencing factors of ecological resilience in tourism villages from farmers’ perspectives: a case study of Chinese minority settlement areas

Rural social-ecological systems have been significantly impacted by the development of rural tourism, creating substantial challenges for the synergistic development of rural ecological restoration and agricultural workers’ household livelihoods. In alignment with the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration action plan, it is crucial to understand the ecological resilience of tourism villages from the perspective of farmers to achieve sustainable development. Questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were conducted in this study to gather livelihood data from farmers in tourism villages in Xiangxi, China, a region primarily inhabited by ethnic minorities. A measurement index system for the ecological resilience of rural tourism was constructed based on the three dimensions: pressure, state, and response. A comprehensive index method was employed for quantitative evaluation, and influencing factors were analyzed using an obstacle model. The results show that farmers’ livelihoods can be divided into four types: tourism-led, labor-led, agriculture-led, and part-time tourism-based. Their ecological resilience indices are 0.4516, 0.4177, 0.4001, and 0.4590, respectively, representing an overall intermediate level. There are differences in various indices for different livelihood types, with the highest stress index observed in labor-led farmers (0.1655), the highest state index in agriculture-led farming households (0.1585), and the highest response index in tourism-led farming households (0.1766). Common obstacles to the ecological resilience of farmers and their villages include the number of family members engaged in tourism work, the area of forest land, and the farmers’ understanding of ecological policies affecting them. Additionally, core family members’ education levels and the area of homesteads emerged as important obstacle factors. Based on these research findings, recommendations are proposed to enhance the ecological resilience of rural farmer households in the tourism villages of ethnic minority areas. The aim is to provide valuable case studies for promoting the sustainable development of rural tourism in underdeveloped regions worldwide.

DEVELOPMENT OF E-MARKETPLACE FOR MARKETING AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS (CASE STUDY IN TUMARATAS VILLAGE)

Tumaratas is an agricultural village where most of the people's livelihood is farming. However, sales of agricultural products are still carried out traditionally and are tied to certain times, this can make it difficult for farmers and consumers to carry out the buying and selling process whenever they want. Limited market reach, farmers still rely on intermediaries or retailers so that products are only available in local shops or traditional markets, and do not reach consumers outside the area. E-Marketplace is an intermediary media that brings together sellers and buyers on the internet, helping sellers market and offer merchandise on the internet. The aim of this research is to build and develop an E-Marketplace for farmers as a forum for promoting and marketing their agricultural products and to make it easier for consumers to find the agricultural products they want. This e-Marketplace was developed using the PHP programming language with the Laravel framework and MySQL as the database. With the development of this E-Marketplace, it is hoped that it can help local farmers market their agricultural products and make transactions widely.

Cassava (Manihot Esculenta Crantz) Processing as Enbal to Support Food Security in Wab Village, Hoat Sorbay Subdistrict, Southeast Maluku Regency

This study aims to explore the process of processing cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) into enbal and its contribution to food security among the community in Wab Village, Hoat Sorbay District, Southeast Maluku Regency. The method used is qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, documentation, and questionnaires. The results of the study indicate that the cassava processing process involves several stages, from cleaning, rinsing, grating, pressing, to air-drying. Farmers use simple tools and traditional methods passed down through generations. The processed cassava is stored in open places such as trays and sieves (Sivat) and is immediately processed to prevent spoilage and mold. The quick and efficient production of enbal helps maintain the quality and taste of the final product. The study also found that the abundance of cassava in farmers' fields ensures a stable supply of food reserves, reduces dependence on external food sources, and supports the economic stability of farmers' families. In conclusion, the cassava processing method into enbal applied by farmers in Wab Village not only supports local food security but also strengthens the local economy through optimal and sustainable utilization of local resources.

Kinerja Ekonomi Usaha Tani Tanaman Pangan dan Kontribusinya pada Kesejahteraan Petani di Desa Sekitar Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus Mandalika, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah

The Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ) development in West Nusa Tenggara Province aims to accelerate economic growth, especially for people in Pujut District-Central Lombok Regency. This research aims to describe the economic performance of food crop farming in villages around the Mandalika SEZ and its contribution to the economic welfare of farmer households. This research uses descriptive methods, and the data was collected using survey techniques in 3 villages with potential for food crop farming, namely Sengkol, Rembitan, and Sukadana villages. The respondents were 75 farmers. The results showed that food crops in villages around the Mandalika SEZ consist of rice, soybeans, and corn, with low productivity and an R/C ratio of 1.48–2.02. The total income from food crop farming is IDR 7,903,504.28/year or 34.06% of the total household income of farmers. The contribution of food crop farming income to farmer welfare based on the Sajogyo criteria was 41.69%, and based on the World Bank Criteria, it was 18.95%. Keywords: food crop, farmers welfare, farmer household, special economic zone mandalika, Central Lombok

Assessing the Training Needs of Village Agricultural Assistants (VAAs) and Village Horticulture Assistants (VHAs) in Visakhapatnam district

Assessing the Training Needs of Village Agricultural Assistants (VAAs) and Village Horticulture Assistants (VHAs) in Visakhapatnam district