Group Of Rice Farmers Research Articles

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.

STATUS OF SUSTAINABILITY OF ORGANIC RICE COMMODITIES AS RURAL ECONOMIC POTENTIAL IN BONDOWOSO REGENCY

The complexity of organic farming system problems starts from the increasingly scarce availability of land resources, farmers' business capital which is still very limited and marketing access and the organic rice market chain, population growth continues to increase every year and the low quality of community resources, and knowledge in the application of technology and quality standardization will impact on the sustainability of organic rice commodities. The aim of this research is to analyze the sustainability status of organic rice commodities in terms of ecological, economic and social dimensions. The analytical method used in this research is Rapfish which is modified into RAP-Organic rice using the Multidimensional scaling method. The results of research on the multi-dimensional sustainability status of organic rice commodities including ecological, economic, social and infrastructure & technology dimensions show that organic rice commodities have a fairly sustainable index value with an index value of 73.58, meaning that with this index value all dimensions include: ecological dimension, economic, social and infrastructure & technology influence the sustainability status of organic rice commodities. The implication of the analysis results is that the Regional Government needs to increase attention to organic rice farmer groups regarding the importance of organic rice businesses by making special policies for the development of organic rice businesses to continue to increase the sustainability of organic rice commodities.

A study to assess the readiness of rice farmers to use agricultural technology for production in Nong Khai Province, Thailand

This article aims to study the attitude factors affecting the intention to use agricultural technology in the production of rice by farmers in Nong Khai province through a technology acceptance model based on structural equation analysis. Nong Khai, one of the provinces located in Thailand's north-eastern region, has the largest rice production area. The area is suited for agriculture due to its proximity to significant water sources, such as the Mekong River. In this research, data were collected from a group of rice farmers in Nong Khai Province to study the readiness of the sample group that affected the intention to use Amino-KP 2 instead of chemical fertilizer. It was found that there was the highest level of acceptance or intention to use an interpretation of the meaning. The results of all hypothesis testing showed that optimism and interest in innovation influence perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. The perceived usefulness factor was hindered by the insecurity variable, while the perceived ease of use factor was unaffected. Additionally, the discomfort of using technology hindered the perceived ease of use factor, but the perceived usefulness remained unaffected. The perceived ease of use factor was also found to have a positive influence on the perception of usefulness. Perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use both had a positive influence on the intention to use Amino-KP 2.

PERAN KELOMPOK TANI DALAM MENINGKATKAN RPODUKTIVITAS PADI SAWAH DI KELURAHAN NGKARING-KARING KECAMATAN BUNGI KOTA BAU-BAU

The objective of this study is to determine the level of productivity of paddy rice and the role of farmer groups in enhancing it in Ngkaring-Karing Village, Bungi Sub-district, Bau-Bau City. The research population comprised 231 wet-rice farmers in Ngkaring-Karing Village, out of which 39 respondents were randomly selected as the sample. Data was collected using survey and interview methods, with an interview guide as the research instrument. Descriptive analysis was used to analyze the activities and roles of farmer groups, and productivity analysis was used to determine the level of productivity of paddy rice. The results indicate that the farmer groups in Ngkaring-Karing Village have three roles: a learning class, a vehicle for cooperation, and a production unit. The role of paddy rice farmer groups is dominated by their function as a vehicle for farmer cooperation. The productivity of paddy rice in Ngkaring-karing Village averaged 4.1 tons/ha, which is lower than that of Kecamatan Bungi (4.61 tons/ha), Bau-Bau City (4.34 tons/ha), and Southeast Sulawesi Province (4.13 tons/ha).

Adoption Level of Machine Tools Combine Harvester Innovation in Ujong Tanoh Village, Aceh Barat Daya Regency

This study aimed to determine farmers’ adoption level towards combining harvesters on rice farmer groups in Ujong Tanoh Village, Setia District, Aceh Barat Daya Regency. The research sample used Sample Random Sampling amounted to 66 people. The data collection technique is a closed questionnaire that is structured (arranged) and contains questions that must be filled in by each respondent; the analysis method used in this study is a categorical method. Based on the results of research on the level of adoption of combined harvester innovations in Ujong Tanoh Village, Setia District, Aceh Barat Daya Regency can be categorized as follows: The level of adoption of innovations in the Awareness Stage (medium), Desire Stage (high), Evaluation Stage (medium), Trying Stage (medium), and Adoption Stage (high). Rice farmers have a good perception of the Combine Harvester. Farmers think that the use of a Combine Harvester can reduce labor costs, speed up harvest time, and get more optimal results. The findings can be utilized to support the promotion of policies and initiatives aimed at fostering the widespread adoption of agricultural machinery, including combined harvesters. These efforts are crucial in driving agricultural modernization and improving the overall well-being of farmers in Ujong Tanoh Village.

How does internet use promote joint adoption of sustainable agricultural practices? Evidence from rice farmers in China

ABSTRACTClimate change and public health emergencies have severely threatened world food security. In response, the Chinese government has actively promoted sustainable agricultural practices (SAPs) and emphasized the importance of integrated packages to enhance the development of high-quality agriculture. However, due to information failure, farmers’ adoption rate of SAPs is still very low. Meanwhile, internet use can effectively reduce the cost of information barriers and catalyze farmers to promote the joint adoption of SAPs. This paper aims to theoretically elucidate the logic of how internet use impacts farmers’ joint adoption of SAPs. Empirical analysis based on data from 844 rice farmers in southern China reveals that internet use can significantly promote the joint adoption of SAPs, and adoption behaviours are complementary across multiple technologies. Furthermore, internet use in the group of rice farmers with more farmlands or those receiving subsidies is more inclined to adopt SAPs jointly. These findings suggest that developing countries should prioritize public investment in rural internet infrastructure to facilitate joint adoption of SAPs through farmers’ internet use. The moderate scale of farmland usage and targeted agricultural subsidy policies can further enhance the effectiveness of ICT-based joint adoption of SAPs.

Perilaku Kelompok Tani Padi Sawah dalam Mengatasi Kelangkaan Pupuk Bersubsidi di Kecamatan Trimurjo, Kabupaten Lampung Tengah, Provinsi Lampung

The limitations of subsidized fertilizers have an impact on lowland rice production. This study aims to analyze the behavior of rice farmer group in overcoming the scarcity of subsidized fertilizers. The research was conducted in April-May 2022 in Trimurjo District, Central Lampung Regency. Respondent are some organizer in 15 rice farmers group that is chosen by using stratified random sampling technique. Data was collected through interviews using structured questionnaires to 15 samples of rice farmer groups. The analysis data was done descriptively. The results show that there are differences in farmers group behavior to overcome the scarcity of subsidized fertilizers. Beginner and upper class of farmer groups have moderate to skills and attitudes, but have not been able to facilitate their members in overcoming the scarcity of subsidized fertilizers while intermediate class of farmer groups have very good behavior that is demonstrated by the ability of farmer groups to look for subsidized fertilizers, to collaborate with alternative fertilizer producers and to produce organic fertilizers as an alternative to supplying fertilizers. It is important for government to improve agriculture extension role as facilitator in order to increase the capability of farmer’s group in overcoming the scarcity of subsidized fertilizers.

DINAMIKA KELOMPOK STUDI PADA KELOMPOK TANI PAGUYUBAN BUMI MANDIRI DAN KELOMPOK TANI SRI TANGGULUN DI KABUPATEN SUBANG

Organic rice is one of the promising rice farming businesses to provide benefits for farmers. Improving the performance of organic rice farming can be supported by the provision of production facilities and the participation of members of farmer groups. The purpose of this study was to determine the dynamics of organic rice farmer groups. The research method used was a survey, the population in this study was 32 organic rice farmers, Peguyuban Bumi Mandiri Farmers Group and Sri Tanggulun Farmers Group. The data analysis design used in this research is descriptive and quantitative analysis methods. The results showed that in general the condition of group dynamics was in the good category. group cohesiveness obtained the largest average index in the good category. Tension in the group obtained the smallest average index with less category. Tensions within the group in organic rice farmer groups include conflicts within the group and competition with other groups.

Peran Penyuluh Pertanian Lapangan Pada Kelompok Tani Padi Sawah Teguh Bersinar Di Desa Kaneyan Kecamatan Tareran Kabupaten Minahasa Selatan

This study aims to find out and see how the role of field agricultural extension workers, especially in the lowland rice farmer groups in Kaneyan Village, Tareran District, South Minahasa Regency. The research was conducted in Kaneyan Village, Tareran District, South Minahasa Regency in July 2022. The data collection method was obtained from primary data through direct interviews using a questionnaire, and secondary data was obtained from agencies related to research and various literature that was in accordance with the research objectives. The sampling method in this research is purposive sampling (intentionally). Determination of the sample of 10 respondents who are the head of agricultural extension workers and the Teguh Bersinar rice field farmer group. The results of the study showed that the extension workers had carried out their duties properly. This can be seen from the majority of respondents who stated that extension agents had guided and facilitated farmers to be better.

Peran Penyuluhh Pertanian Lapangan Pada Kelompok Tani Padi Sawah Di Desa Tombolango Kecamatan Sangkub Kabupaten Bolaang Mongondow Utara

This study aims to find out how important the role of agricultural extension workers is in farmer groups, especially rice farmer groups. North Bolaang Mongondow Regency is the third largest producer of rice in North Sulawesi Province. This research was conducted in the Pangan Jaya rice farmer group with 10 farmer group members and the largest land area in Sangkub District, North Bolaang Mongondow Regency. This research was conducted from May to July 2022. The selection of respondents was intentional. Primary data is data obtained from respondent farmers through interviews using a questionnaire. Secondary data is data obtained from the Village office, Agriculture Office, Agricultural Extension Center, and other related agencies. The results showed the role of agricultural extension workers in the Pangan Jaya rice farmer group.

THE ROLE OF FARMING GROUP IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SAPTA BUSINESS IN PADDY RICE FARMING IN LADONGI SUB-DISTRICT LADONGI DISTRICT KOLAKA EAST DISTRICT

The paddy rice commodity, which is in high demand in the Ladongi Village and has a price that is regarded as more stable in the market than the fluctuating prices of other agricultural commodities, served as the inspiration for this study. The lowland rice farming group in Ladongi Village consists of 32 farmer groups, the majority of which have engaged in seven agricultural pursuits. The research aims to determine the role of lowland rice farmer groups and to determine the application of Sapta lowland rice farming in Ladongi Village, Ladongi District, East Kolaka Regency. This study used a quantitative descriptive method with proportional random sampling with a total sample of 42 people. The results of this study indicate that the role of lowland rice farmer groups in Ladongi Village has a good role as a learning class, a vehicle for collaboration, and a production unit. Then the application of sapta farming in Ladongi Village is included in the high category or has been carried out well. This can be seen from the height of the seven indicators of farming, namely superior seeds, land management, fertilization, pest and disease control, irrigation, harvesting, and post-harvest which have shown high application.

The development strategy of organic rice farming in Bantul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia

The development of organic rice is also supported by the development of agricultural technology such as compost processing, biological pesticides, agricultural machinery. The conversion of agricultural land in Bantul Regency is unavoidable and has increased. This will have an impact on the development of organic rice farming. This study aims to formulate a strategy for developing organic rice in Bantul Regency based on internal and external factors. This research was conducted in Bantul Regency with the consideration of the most extensive Sustainable Food Agricultural Land. Respondents in this study amounted to 15 people including administrators of organic rice farmer groups, combined farmer groups, organic rice traders, field agricultural extension and Department of Agriculture. The stages in formulating a strategy for developing organic rice farming are (1) Data Collection Stages: IFAS (Internal Factors Strategy Analysis) and EFAS (External Factors Strategic Analysis); (2) Data Analysis Stages: SWOT matrix, and (3) Decision Making Stages: QSPM matrix. The results showed that the strategy that becomes a priority for the development of organic rice farming are skills training for organic rice farmers in farming management and marketing and use of natural resources potential in controlling plant pest organisms of organic rice.

Strategy analysis of social capital and intellectual capital in increasing empowerment of rice farmer groups in Kuok district Kampar Regency

Social capital and intellectual capital become the determining factors in increasing the empowerment of farmer groups, including farmers' groups for rice commodities. Rice is the main commodity in Kuok District with the largest planted area, harvested area, and total production in 2020. The objectives of this study are; 1) Identify the forms of social and intellectual capital in farmer groups, and 2). Formulate social and intellectual capital strategies in increasing the empowerment of farmer groups. The research was conducted in Kuok District, Riau Province. Respondents were determined by purposive sampling consisting of a rice farmer who became the chairman, and two members who were actively involved in group activities. The data analysis used is the Likert scale analysis, and Analytical Hierarchy Process. The results showed; The condition of social capital of rice farmer groups in Kuok District is at a moderate level with an intensity of 50.97 percent, whereas the same category is also found in intellectual capital with an intensity level of 51.93 percent. The level of empowerment of rice farmer groups in Kuok District is included in the "powerless" category with an intensity level of 35.15 percent. The strategy to increase empowerment through social capital and intellectual capital which is carried out in farmer groups is carried out with the main priority being directed to a pilot project that is managed by 1 (one) farmer group as a pilot accompanied by extension workers and other related institutions and can then be adopted by farmer groups other.

Factors influencing participation in collective marketing through organic rice farmer groups in northeast Thailand

Despite the significant roles of farmer groups in collective action for production and marketing of organic paddy, limited literature has studied the farmer-level determinants of participation in collective action in northeast Thailand. This study examined factors associated with participation in collective marketing for three organic rice farmer groups (Nam Om Community Enterprise Network, Na So Farmer Group, and Moral Rice Farmer Group) in Yasothon Province of Thailand, producing organic jasmine rice for export and domestic markets through contract farming. Primary data were collected from 335 farmers and analyzed by descriptive statistics and the two-limit tobit regression method. The descriptive results showed relatively high levels of social, economic, institutional, and environmental benefits arising from the participation in those groups. In particular, environmental benefits were higher than the other types of benefits. The regression analysis found that age and agricultural loan negatively influenced the extent of participation in collective marketing through farmer groups, whereas education, paddy cultivation area size, non-agricultural income, experience in rice farming, experience in organic rice farming, group membership duration, perceived economic benefits, and membership with Na So farmer group were positively associated with the extent of participation. The effect of experience with organic rice farming was relatively small in Na So Farmer Group. The findings suggest that economic benefits from participation in organic farmer groups should be enhanced in order to increase the collective marketing of organic rice produce. Moreover, the government should provide alternative employment opportunities, knowledge-based training, and low-interest credit to support production and collective marketing of organic rice.

Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Respon Petani Padi Terhadap Sistem Tanam Jajar Legowo Di Nagari Singkarak Kecamatan X Koto Singkarak

The purpose of this research is to 1) AnalyzeThe influence between farmer characteristics and the response of rice farmers to the Jajar Legowo Planting System in X Koto Singkarak District. 2)Analyzingthe effect of the nature of innovation with the response of rice farmers to the Jajar Legowo Planting System in X Koto Singkarak District. 3)Analyzing the influence between the role of extension workers and the response of rice farmers to the Jajar Legowo Planting System in X Koto Singkarak District.The population in this study are farmers who are members of farmer groups who are trying to grow rice using the Jajar Legowo Planting System in Nagari Singkarak District X Koto Singkarak,the population of 9 rice farmer groups is 219 people. The sample was calculated using the Slovins formula with a total of 69 people. The data analysis used in this study is a quantitative descriptive analysis andMultiple linear regression analysis.
 Based on the results of the analysis and discussion, some conclusions can be drawn as followsCharacteristic factors of members of the age group and length of farming have a significant effect on the response of rice farmers to the jajar legowo planting system partially, while the characteristics of members of the formal education group, land area and number of family dependents have no significant effect on the response of rice farmers to the jajar legowo planting system in general. partial, the nature of innovation has a significant effect on the response of rice farmers to the jajar legowo planting system partially then the role of extension workers has a significant effect on the response of rice farmers to the jajar legowo planting system partially

PENDAPATAN USAHATANI PADI SAWAH DI DESA KAYUUWI KECAMATAN KAWANGKOAN BARAT KABUPATEN MINAHASA

This study aims to analyze the income of lowland rice farming in Kayuuwi Village, West Kawangkoan District, Minahasa Regency. This research was carried out within 4 months, from September to December 2021. The data collected in this study were primary data obtained from direct interviews with members of lowland rice farmer groups using a questionnaire. Secondary data were obtained from the Kayuuwi Village Office, as well as data taken from agencies related to this research, namely BP3K, West Kawangkoan District, and West Kawangkoan District Office. Sampling was done by means of a simple random sample (simple random sampling) as many as 29 samples. The results showed that the income from respondent farmers with a land area of 9.49 ha was Rp. 152,734,985, - then the average income of farmers was the result of the total income of Rp. 152,734,985, - minus the total cost of Rp. 97,938,284, - was Rp. 54,796. 701, - with an average of Rp. 5,774,152, - per hectare. Lowland rice farming in Kayuwi Village has the feasibility of farming because it is relatively profitable, with an R/C value of 1.55.

PERANAN MODAL SOSIAL PADA KELOMPOK TANI PADI SAWAH DI DESA TATENGESAN KECAMATAN PUSOMAEN KABUPATEN MIHAHASA TENGGARA

This study aims to determine the role of social capital in lowland rice farmer groups in Tatengesan Village, Pusomaen District, Southeast Minahasa Regency. This research was carried out from September to October 2021. The data collected in this study were primary data obtained from direct interviews with members of lowland rice farmer groups using a questionnaire. Secondary data was obtained from the Tatengesan Village Office, as well as data related to research taken from the internet. Sampling was done by purposive sampling, which was as many as 20 samples. The results of the study showed the role of social capital in the lowland rice farmer group in Tatengesan Village that the role index had a total score of 1.197 with a percentage of 79.8% included in the role category.

Hubungan Modal Sosial Kelompok Tani dan Pendapatan Petani Padi Sawah di Kelompok Tani Desa Sungai Nilau Kecamatan Sungai Manau Kabupaten Merangin

This research intends to ascertain the social capital and income of rice farmers in Sungai Nilau Village, Manau District, and Merangin Regency, as well as the link between social capital and income. From May 17 to June 17, 2020, this study was conducted in Sungai Nilau village, Manau sub-district, Merangin district. A survey approach was used in this investigation. Of the 233 individuals, samples were obtained from up to 20%. Thus 46 of them were lowland rice growers. During data collection, a simple random sample procedure was applied. The Chi-Square (X2) test technique, income analysis, and the Likert scale are employed in the data analysis. With a total score of 1,999, the findings demonstrated that the social capital of lowland rice farmer groups in Sungai Nilau Village was high. With an average income of IDR 11,080,654.29, lowland rice farmers in Sungai Nilau Village, Sungai Manau District, and Merangin Regency fell into the medium income category. There is a significant relationship between the lowland rice farmer group's social capital and income in these areas, as well as a moderate level of closeness (C = 0.39) (2 counts = 8.16 > 2 table = 5.99).

Interpretative Structural Modeling Dalam Analisis Kelembagaan Pengendalian Kualitas Air Waduk Sutami

The Sutami Reservoir, located in Malang Regency, East Java, has moderate to severe levels of pollution. This pollution problem can reduce the water quality of the Sutami Reservoir, so it requires coordination from the agencies concerned to formulate water pollution control policies. The management agency for the Sutami Reservoir is the ‘Perum Jasa Tirta 1’ (PJT 1). The institutional analysis applied is the Interpretative Structural Modeling (ISM) method, to find out which agencies are key elements/factors. There are eleven agencies analyzed. Agencies that are included in the ‘Dependent’ sector are the Water Resources Public Works Office, the Tourism and Culture Office, the Livestock and Animal Health Office, the Population Control and Family Planning Office, and the rice farmer groups. Institutions in the ‘Linkage’ sector are the Food Crops, Horticulture, and Plantations Office and the Industry and Trade Office. Institutions in the ‘Independent’ sector that play a key role are the Environment Office, the Fisheries Office, Balai Besar Wilayah Sungai Brantas, and the floating net cage fish farmer group. These four agencies are the key elements that have a big driving power so that more in-depth coordination needs to be carried out for the formulation of policies and regulations for water quality control.

DINAMIKA PENYEDIAAN PUPUK SUBSIDI PADA USAHA TANI PADI SAWAH MELALUI MEKANISME RENCANA DEFINITIF KEBUTUHAN KELOMPOK TANI (RDKK) DI KOTA KENDARI

The purpose of this study was to determine the dynamics of subsidized fertilizer provision for lowland rice farming through the RDKK mechanism in Kendari City, to find out the percentage of subsidized fertilizer proposals for lowland rice farmer groups in Baruga and Labibia villages through RDKK that the government could fulfill in the last 2 years, to find out farmers' anticipation. Farmer groups when the subsidy fertilizer proposal submitted through RDKK cannot be fully fulfilled by the government. This research was conducted in Baruga and Labibia in August-December 2020. The research method is qualitative. The results of this study indicate that the process of providing fertilizer is in accordance with the flow of subsidized fertilizer provision according to government regulations, but in the preparation of RDKK to propose the amount of subsidized fertilizer in Labibia is still assisted by extension agents, while in Kelurahan Baruga it is carried out by the head of the farmer group. The government does not always fully fulfill subsidized fertilizers due to the limited budget and quota allocation for subsidized fertilizers. This is done by farmers in Baruga Village by purchasing non-subsidized fertilizers, or looking for farmers / farmer groups who still have leftover fertilizer rations at retailers. Meanwhile, in Labibia, the anticipation occurred because the price of subsidized fertilizers based on HET was still relatively expensive, so they preferred to use non-subsidized fertilizers which were not in accordance with government recommendations and did not fertilize at all because the rice fields were mostly classified as fertile.