Paddy Farmers Research Articles

PERAN KOMUNIKASI KELOMPOK TANI PADI SAWAH DALAM PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS ANGGOTA DI KELURAHAN BARGUGA KECAMATAN BARUGA KOTA KENDARI

The objective of this study is to examine the role of farmer group communication on the capacity of members of the paddy rice group in Baruga Village, Baruga District, Kendari City. The population under investigation consisted of all members of the paddy rice farmer group, which numbered 16 groups with a total membership of 160 farmers. The research sample was determined using the Slovin formula, with a confidence level of 90% or 10% of the total population sampled. This resulted in a sample size of 54 respondents. Data collection techniques employed survey methods, interviews, and documentation using research instruments in the form of questionnaires. The research employed a quantitative approach, utilizing quantitative descriptive analysis through the application of the class interval formula and the Spearman rank correlation formula, with the assistance of the SPSS software version 26. The findings indicated that the communication role within the rice paddy farmer group in Baruga Village, Baruga District, Kendari City, with respect to the information aspect, was categorized as "available," the learning aspect was categorized as "active," and the intensity of discussion was categorized as "frequent." The capacity of paddy rice farmer group members for the knowledge aspect is in the knowing category, the attitude aspect is in the adequate category, and the skill aspect is in the skillful category. The relationship between the role of farmer group communication in increasing the capacity of members of the paddy rice farmer group is evident when examining the role of information access to attitudes, the role of learning classes to knowledge, attitudes, and skills, and the role of discussion intensity to knowledge, attitudes, and skills. Each of these relationships is significant, while the role of information access to knowledge and skills does not demonstrate a significant relationship.

The Effect of Using Superior Rice Seeds on The Income of paddy Farmers in The Production Center of Bangka Island; Propensity Score Matching Based Analysis

The Effect of Using Superior Rice Seeds on The Income of paddy Farmers in The Production Center of Bangka Island; Propensity Score Matching Based Analysis

FACTORS EFFECTING PADDY PRODUCTIVITY IN THE MADA REGIONS, MALAYSIA

Rice commodity is becoming increasingly important for most countries worldwide, particularly those where rice is the main staple meal. This study examines the socioeconomic attributes of farmers, their perspectives on management practises, and the implementation of paddy machinery technology in the four MADA (Muda Agricultural Development Authority) regions in Malaysia. The study aims to determine the main factors effecting paddy productivity in the MADA regions. Primary data was collected from paddy farmers in the four MADA zones using a standardised questionnaire. The data was collected from 673 respondents from four regions of MADA. The analysis employed both descriptive statistics and regression analysis. The results indicate that variables such as land area, selection of paddy planting as the primary occupation, increased time spent on paddy farms, gender, and the educational background of farmers have a significant impact on paddy productivity in the MADA regions. The findings also show that, only a small percentage of respondents (6.2%) followed the crop schedule, and 93.8 percent of them were late. The utilisation of machinery in paddy cultivation achieved the following results: nine farmers achieved a success rate of 85.71 percent, while a majority of farmers (662 farmers) achieved a 71.43 percent utilisation rate, with one farmer earning the lowest usage rate of 57.14 percent. In conclusions the study has found that it is imperative to promote the use of management practises and advanced machinery technologies among paddy farmers to effectively increase productivity.

Gendered Impact of Climate Change among Paddy Farmers of Kahama District, Shinyanga Region, Tanzania

The study presents the findings on the research which examined gendered impacts of climate change among the paddy farmers of Kahama District, Shinyanga Region. Specifically, the study assessed gendered desegregated effects of climate change among the paddy farmers and the implications on the effects of climate change among women farmers of Kahama District. The study adopted a cross sectional research design on which 312 randomly selected farm households were interviewed. The study employed a triangulation approach whereby primary data were collected through household surveys, field observation and key informants’ interviews. The findings revealed that women and men farmers disproportionally affected by climate change. These effects include the prevalence pests and diseases over a period of 30 years and the general decrease in crop yields to due to the changes in temperature and rainfall patterns. These effects pose negative implications in increasing women’s workload and time burden, health and safety risks, and livelihood and food security respectively. The study concluded that women bear a disproportionate burden of the challenges of climate change due to existing social and economic inequalities. This negatively subject women farmers into health, livelihoods and overall additional household burden of the households’ activities. The study recommends to the Government to enforce gender-sensitive policies and interventions. Furthermore, it is recommended to the Government to ensure that effective strategies prioritize gender equity and inclusivity so as to build a more adaptive farming community.

Behavioral Intention of Paddy Farmers Towards Adoption of Organic Sources for Soil Nutrient Management Consequent to Policy Decision to Ban Agro-chemicals in Sri Lanka: A Case Study

This stu dy was aimed at investigating the behavioral intention towards and factors influencing adoption of organic soil nutrient management by paddy farmers, consequent to the banning of agro-chemicals in April 2021 in Sri Lank a. A questionnaire survey, supplemented by key informant discussions was used to collect the primary data after six months of the banning when farmers were preparing for the next Maha season (starting from Novemb er 2021). Paddy farmers (N=120) from the Mahaillu ppallama irrigation block of the Mahaweli system H in Anuradhapura district were randomly selected as the respond ents. The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) was used as the conceptual framework of the study. The study revealed that the majority (85%) of farmers did not agree with the sudden decision of the government to ban agro-chemicals to enable a complete transformation of agriculture to one that is totally organic. Only 11% of the farmers preferred a fully organic paddy production system. The majority (58%) preferred to use both organic and inorganic fertilizers. However, 31% of the farmers preferred conventional farming as usual. Perceived difficulties were the major barriers for farmers to use organic f ertilizers. Attitude on production, age, perceived knowledge of organic agriculture, and farming income significant ly affected (P < 0.1) paddy farmers’ intention to adopt organic fertilizers. It is concluded that a scientifically designed gradual transition would be more appropriate for nutrient management in paddy cultivation.

Agricultural Engineering Vocational School in Aceh Besar with Behavior Architecture Approach

Currently, Aceh Besar District has a PP Negeri Saree Vocational School in the agricultural section in Saree Aceh Besar, but this school only studies agricultural information. The condition of Aceh Besar District shows that their land use majority is used for agriculture, animal farming and husbandry, fisheries and paddy fields, farm, and other plantations. Abundant natural resources are not processed into a good business due to a shortage of human resources in the field of agricultural engineering. Therefore, it is necessary to include an Agricultural Engineering in those vocational school with aims to create human resources in the field of agricultural machinery and agribusiness. The object design location is on SIM Airport Street, Gani, Kec. Want Jaya, Aceh Besar. The classification of the Agricultural Engineering Vocational School includes the Department of Agricultural Engineering and Agricultural Product Processing Agribusiness. The approach of behavior architecture into the design is behavior setting in completing spatial design, spatial cognition in completing circulation, and environment perception in completing image or building appearance. The analysis used is functional analysis, site analysis and user analysis. The Agricultural Engineering Vocational School in Aceh Besar is designed on an area of 14,950 m2 with multiple building masses. The ground coverage area (KDB) is 40% which is 5,980 m². The facilities in the building meant to support students in the learning process and as well as supporting facilities, those facilities are practice rooms, namely rice threshing machine engineering rooms, rice processing , rice polisher machine, hand tractor, technology for processing agricultural products, quality testing and quality control practice room.

PENGARUH PERILAKU KOMUNIKASI PETANI TERHADAP PENGENDALIAN HAMA DAN PENYAKIT PADI SAWAH DI DESA PANGAN JAYA KECAMATAN LAINEA KABUPATEN KONAWE SELATAN

This study aims to determine the communication behavior of farmers and control of pests and diseases in paddy rice plants and their influence. The population in the study was all wet-rice farmers in Pangan Jaya Village, Lainea Sub-district, South Konawe Regency, which had 350 farmers. The research sample was determined as much as 10% of the population, so the sample in this study amounted to 35 people. The sample was taken using Simple Random Sampling (simple random sampling). Data collection methods use survey techniques, interviews, and documentation by utilizing research media in questionnaires. The research used a quantitative approach in its completion. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis with the help of class interval formula and simple linear regression analysis. The results showed that the communication behavior of rice paddy farmers for information seeking, contact with extension workers, and exposure to mass media had been in the high category. This can be seen in farmers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills, each in the high category. Chemical pest and disease control carried out by wetland rice farmers is in the high category. The communication behavior of wetland rice farmers has a positive and significant effect on chemical pest and disease control.

HUBUNGAN PEMANFAATAN INTERNET DENGAN PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS PETANI DALAM BERUSAHATANI PADI SAWAH DI DESA LANGGOMEA KECAMATAN UEPAI

The dearth of extension workers in this region impedes farmers' access to information, particularly regarding the advancement of innovations in paddy rice farming. Consequently, farmers are increasingly reliant on the internet, yet only a subset of them is able to utilize it to find information pertinent to farming activities. This study aims to ascertain the utilization of the internet and the capacity of wet-rice farmers in Langgoema Village, Uepai Subdistrict, and to examine the relationship between the two. The population under study consisted of all rice farmers in Langgomea Village, Uepai District, Konawe Regency, amounting to 88 individuals. These farmers were grouped into six farmer groups. The sample size was determined using the Slovin formula with an error rate of 10%, resulting in a sample size of 32 rice farmers. Data were collected using survey techniques, interviews, and documentation using questionnaires. This research employed a quantitative approach. The data were subjected to descriptive statistical analysis using the class interval formula and inferential statistical analysis using the Spearman rank correlation formula. The research findings indicate that the Internet utilization of wetland rice farmers is in the medium category. This can be observed in the Internet utilization indicators, which include information, relationships, and sustainability, all of which are in the moderate category. The capacity of rice paddy farmers is in the medium category. Internet utilization based on knowledge, attitudes, and skills are all in the medium category. The utilization of the Internet by wetland rice farmers in Langgomea Village is found to have a very strong and positive relationship with their capacity. It is evident that high levels of Internet utilization contribute to increased capacity.

DINAMIKA KELOMPOK TANI PADA USAHATANI PADI SAWAH DI DESA PEATOA KECAMATAN LOEA KABUPATEN KOLAKA TIMUR

This study aims to examine the dynamics of farmer groups engaged in rice paddy farming in Peatoa Village, Loea District, East Kolaka Regency. The population under investigation consisted of all wet-rice farmers who were members of farmer groups in Peatoa Village, with a total of 54 wet-rice farmers. The sample was determined using the census method, whereby the entire population was included in the study, resulting in a research sample of 54 respondents. This research employs a quantitative approach. Data were gathered through survey methods, interviews, and documentation via media in the form of questionnaires. The data were processed using a quantitative descriptive method with the class interval formula and Spearman Rank correlation, with the assistance of SPSS software. The results indicated that the dynamics of paddy rice farmer groups in Peatoa Village had a positive impact on farm development. The majority of farmer group members shared similar goals. Group structure involved the division of tasks and responsibilities among members. The farmer groups demonstrate a high level of group task function. The farmer group coaching is progressing well. Each group member exhibits high levels of cohesion, which reflects effective unity and cohesiveness in managing rice paddy farming. A positive group atmosphere enhances cooperation, engagement, and productivity. The level of farmer group activity is an important factor in farm success. Overall, the farmer group dynamics in Peatoa Village show positive patterns, providing insights for agricultural policy development and community development in the region. Further enhancements to the dynamics of farmer groups may also be considered to enhance the productivity of wet-rice farming.

Ecofeminism and Cultural-Value System in Traditional Paddy Farming: A Folklore from West Borneo

Ne’ Balungkur represents the inherited living value of traditional paddy farming lived by Dayak Kanayatn. Concerning the ecofeminism ideology, this study aims to reveal the existence of women and nature in traditional paddy farming in Ne’ Balungkur folklore in relation to the cultural-value system. Enriching the ecofeminism perspective in this study, the community prominent figure of the Dayak Kanayatn community was interviewed to give triangular validity to the data interpretation. Exhibiting comprehensive ecofeminism analysis to show the representation of woman empowerment through Dayak Kanayatn's code of conduct in planting to harvesting paddy is the main contribution of this study. Ne’ Balungkur demonstrates how women of the Dayak Kanayatn tribe are respected for their roles in traditional paddy farming and cultivation. This woman’s role in Ne’ Balungkur folklore challenges the customary male supremacy in Indonesian agriculture. This study is also able to identify the pattern of the cultural-value system. The pattern of the domain, taxonomy, componential, and cultural theme analysis shows that the current religious system, which blends ritual, custom, and religion into a single thought, has always been entwined with culture and education. Numerous opportunities for incorporating local folklore especially from West Borneo into official educational contexts are suggested by this study

To analyze the technical and allocative efficiency of drill paddy cultivation in Bhandara district

The present study on paddy was undertaken in Bhandara district of Vidarbha region. The district was selected purposively. Three tehsils were selected. Out of the seven tehsil, Sakoli, Lakhandur and Pauni tehsil was selected for the study based on drill paddy cultivars. Three villages were selected purposively from each tahsil and from each village 10 farmers were selected overall 90 farmers were selected. The study revealed that how different cost components affect the profitability of production paddy crop and also proposes that at how much level of efficiency, the farmer is producing the paddy crop and how much level of efficiency is yet to be obtained. The maximum livelihood estimates of the stochastic production function revealed that fertilizer showed a negative and significant effect on paddy production. The co-efficient of the frontier profit function revealed that machine hours, seed and fertilizer shows a negative and significant impact on paddy farmer profitability. The mean technical, economic and allocative efficiency of paddy cultivation was found to be 97.49 per cent, 87.97 per cent and 89.86 per cent indicated that there is still scope for paddy farmers to increase the economical and allocative efficiency by operating at a full efficient level by proper utilization and allocation of existing resources and technology.

The Impact of Livelihood Security to Achieve Food Security Among Paddy Farmers in Non Granary Areas, In Malaysia

The Impact of Livelihood Security to Achieve Food Security Among Paddy Farmers in Non Granary Areas, In Malaysia

Effectiveness of Using Wood Powder and Litter Fertiliser on Rice Paddy Farming (Implementation in Tanjung Harapan Farmer Group, Setiris Village, Maro Sebo District, Muaro Jambi Regency)

The use of wood powder and leaf litter fertilizer in wetland rice farming has proven to be effective in improving agricultural productivity sustainably. The research was conducted in Setiris Village, particularly in the Tanjung Harapan Farmer Group, in Jambi Province. This organic fertilizer, besides reducing the environmental damage caused by wood powder waste, has also brought about positive changes in farming practices. Training and counseling have been conducted to enhance farmers' understanding of using organic fertilizer. Wood powder and leaf litter fertilizers enhance crop productivity and quality, improve soil structure, and reduce production costs. Thus, the use of these fertilizers supports sustainable and environmentally friendly farming in Setiris Village.

Stakeholder management and organizational form of arable farms: a comparison of paddy farm corporations in Japan

Abstract As agricultural operations are increasingly industrialized, the role of stakeholders (SHs) becomes critical to the sustainability of the farming business. Arable farms are particularly expanding their geographical scales and socioeconomic impacts on the surrounding community, which gives particular importance to stakeholder management in relation to internal and external parties. Although the majority of arable farming comprises family farms, they have been on the decline because of succession problems, while non-family farms have been increasing. Success or failure of SHM is closely related to organizational forms because the form represents primal SHs. However, little research has examined the impact of SHM on performance in arable farming. This paper empirically investigates how SHM in various organizational forms is associated with the corporate performance of Japanese paddy farms. A questionnaire survey of Japanese paddy farm corporations was conducted in 2014, and 217 questionnaires from 63 family, 64 joint-stock, and 90 community farms were used in our estimates. Our estimation examines the following hypotheses: (i) SHM is associated with the corporate performance of paddy farms, and (ii) effective SHM varies depending on the organizational forms. The results suggest that, first, effective SHM is linked to organizational forms. In other words, the choice of form can offset the impact of SHs. Second, excessive emphasis on listening to opinions from the surrounding community may harm their performance, particularly at joint-stock farms, which expand in scale. Third, at family farms, attracting younger employees is crucial for running the business. Last, harmonious relations with the community are most important at community farms compared with other types of farms.

Impact Analysis of Formal Agencies on Price Realisation and Farmers’ Income in Odisha

The present study examined the factors influencing paddy farmers’ decision to choose the formal agency (government and cooperatives) as their primary disposal destination. It assessed the impact of this choice on price realisation and household income in Odisha. The analysis revealed that paddy output disposal to formal agencies improves price realisation and farmers’ income by ?3.31 per kg and ?16518 per annum as compared to informal agencies, respectively. The choice of formal agencies was determined by several factors, namely land size, marketed surplus, awareness about MSP, education, social status, and access to technical advice. The study emphasizes expanding the outreach of the existing Paddy-Procurement Automation System (P-PAS) system of its procurement in Odisha to enable the farmers to receive better prices for their produce and improve household income.

Peran Modal Sosial Pada Kelompok Tani Tekad Bersama Di Desa Minanga Kecamatan Pusomaen Kabupaten Minahasa Tenggara

The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of social capital in the Tekad Bersama Farmer Group in Minanga Village, Posumaen District, Southeast Minahasa Regency. The research lasted for 2 months, from November to December 2022, conducted in Minanga Village, Posumaen Sub-district, Southeast Minahasa Regency. The data used in this research is primary data conducted by direct interviews to rice paddy farmers, while secondary data is obtained from the internet, books, journals and from the Minanga Village Office and reports that have a close relationship with the research. The sampling method in this study uses a purposive sampling method to one Tekat Bersama Farmer Group that has cultivated rice paddy plants, with a total of 16 respondents who cultivate rice paddy plants, landowners who are around the research location. The analysis used in this research is the Likert scaling analysis method, analyzing the role of social capital in farmer groups. The results showed that the role of social capital in the Tekad Bersama Farmer Group in Minanga Village in the role of trust got a score of 351 with a percentage value of 87.75%, in the role of the network got a score of 350 with a percentage value of 87.5%, and in the role of norms got a score of 333 with a percentage value of 83.25%, so that the overall score obtained from 16 respondents of farmer group members was 1,034 with a percentage of 86.16% which was classified as very instrumental.

Adaptation strategies of paddy farmers to build resilience to climate change in kahama district, Tanzania

The study investigates the adaptation strategies used by the paddy farmers in Kahama District to increase their adaptability to climate change. The study focuses on four main objectives, including changed farming practices, changes in cropping practices, strategies used to adapt to climate change, and desired interventions to improve agricultural production and resilience to climate change. A mixed-methods strategy is used in the study to collect both quantitative and qualitative data. According to the data, paddy farmers in Kahama District have used a number of climate change adaptation strategies. These adaptations include modifications to irrigation techniques, timing adjustments for planting, seed variety changes, and fertilizer treatment adjustments. The study also reveals a change in crop systems, with farmers choosing drought-tolerant cultivars, intercropping, and crop diversification; increased water management practices, increased soil conservation practices, and informed decision-making through the use of climate information services are some of the strategies used by paddy farmers to adapt to climate change. The study also identifies the interventions that farmers want to see implemented, such as enhanced irrigation systems, workshops on climate-resilient farming techniques, access to resilient seed varieties, and dependable weather forecasting and climate information services. These findings show the paddy farmers in the Kahama District's proactive response to the problems posed by climate change and help to better understand the adaptation measures they have used. The study highlights the importance of assisting farmers in advancing their current strategies and knowledge while also attending to their unique requirements. Implementing desired actions, such as expanding climate information services, supplying training and access to robust seed varieties, and enhancing irrigation infrastructure, can significantly increase agricultural productivity and the region's resistance to climate change. For politicians, extension services, and development organizations looking to promote climate change adaptation and sustainable agriculture, these research findings have real-world applications. Paddy farmers' ability to adapt, agricultural output, and livelihood security in the face of climate change problems can all be improved by matching interventions and policies with their recognized needs and goals. Such activities can support attempts to achieve food security and sustainable development in the Kahama District and other areas, as well as the agricultural sector's overall resilience.

Analysis of rice paddy farmers' perceptions of subsidized fertilizer policy on tidal and irrigated land

This study aims to analyze farmers' perceptions of subsidized fertilizer policies, on tidal and irrigated land. The research was conducted on 2 types of paddy fields, namely tidal land in Tanjung Lago District, Banyuasin Regency and irrigated land in Buay Madang District, East Ogan Komering Ulu Regency, South Sumatra Province, Indonesia. The sampling technique was Simple Random Sampling, which obtained a sample of 50 respondents in each type of tidal and irrigated land, so that the total sample was 100. Then the respondents were interviewed using a questionnaire. The data were analyzed descriptively quantitatively using 4 indicators of the effectiveness of subsidized fertilizer policies, namely the right price, right place, right amount, and right time. The results showed that the right place and right time indicators were effective in tidal land, but the right price and right amount indicators were not effective. On irrigated land, the right price and right place indicators are effective, but the right amount and right time indicators are not effective.

EXTENSION CASE STUDY: WHY PADDY FARMERS ARE NOT INCLINED TO USE A DRONE AS PART OF MECHANISATION FOR PADDY CULTIVATION

Drone technology is emerging as a pivotal component in the agricultural sector, particularly in the context of Agricultural Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0). Its application, especially in activities such as fertiliser and crop protection chemical spraying in the Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority (KADA) granary areas, can significantly enhance the farmers’ yields. Despite the positive reception of drone technology, there is a growing phenomenon of technology rejection that requires further exploration. This research aims to investigate farmers’ acceptance of drones as a mechanisation tool for paddy cultivation in the Jajahan Bachok, Kelantan granary areas within KADA authority. A structured questionnaire, based on the knowledge, attitude, practice (KAP) model, was administered to 82 farmers surrounding Jajahan Bachok through purposive sampling. Data analysis using SPSS version 26.0 involved Descriptive statistics, Spearman’s Correlation, and Reliability tests. The study reveals that paddy farmers exhibit acceptance of drone technology, albeit with a slow adoption rate. The correlations between knowledge, attitude, and practice with drone mechanisation acceptance are significant but negligible at levels of 0.253, 0.866, and 0.69, respectively. This research is vital for both agency and drone vendors to comprehend the factors influencing drone technology acceptance among paddy farmers. Understanding these factors can contribute to enhance the application and adoption rate of drone as next important mechanisation for paddy farming activities among farmers especially in the KADA granary areas. Keywords: Drone, paddy, acceptance, KAP model, KADA.

The Knowledge of Climate Change among the Paddy Farmers of Kahama District, Shinyanga Region Versus Meteorological Data

The study investigated the knowledge of the paddy farmers of Kahama District on climate versus three decades meteorological data in the District. Cross sectional research design was employed on which a randomly selected sample of 312 farm households were interviewed. The study employed a triangulation approach on which primary data were collected through household surveys, field observation and key informants’ interviews. Secondary data on the other hand were obtained from the Tanzania Meteorological Station (TMA) and were subjected to excel sheet on which linear series of rainfall and temperature were reported. The findings from primary and secondary data revealed changes in both rainfall and temperature in around three decades. The knowledge among the farmers on climate change was reported to be acquired in diverse ways including from the meteorological stations, information sharing among the farmers, NGOs and own experience. Farmers perceived a decreased in the onset and cessation of rainfall, increased pests and diseases and increased drought incidences. Secondary data obtained from the meteorological station confirmed the decreased rainfall and rising temperature in 30 years. These challenges negatively impact paddy productivity in the study area. The study recommends on upscaling of information dissemination among the farmers and across the other parties involved in paddy productivity. Further investigation on contextual-level adaptation responses is recommended as well.