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This study aims to describe the socio-economic characteristics of cattle breeders in Andolo District, South Konawe Regency. The method used is quantitative descriptive with a purposive sampling approach to 40 breeders. The results show that most breeders are of productive age (25–55 years), male, have a high school education, and have more than 10 years of livestock farming experience. The maintenance system used is comprehensive and traditional. This livestock business is a side job with an average ownership of 3 cows of their own. The annual income from large livestock businesses ranges from 5–10 million rupiah, and livestock is generally used as family savings. These findings indicate that cattle farming in this area is still subsistence and has not developed commercially.

The distribution of sugarcane from farmers to sugar mills in Indonesia continues to face various challenges, particularly in terms of logistical efficiency and farmers’ dependency on intermediaries. This study aims to analyze the role of intermediaries in determining the efficiency of sugarcane distribution, using a case study in Kedungmakam Village, Tuban Regency. A qualitative approach with a case study design was employed, enabling an in-depth understanding of distribution practices directly in the field. Data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews with farmers, intermediaries, and retail traders, as well as supporting documentation. The results indicate that intermediaries play a crucial role in providing production capital, scheduling harvests, and managing transportation of sugarcane to the mills. However, their dominance, in the absence of formal contracts, creates relationship imbalances and weakens the bargaining position of farmers. Furthermore, geographical barriers, limited access to market information, and the lack of independent distribution infrastructure exacerbate inefficiencies and reduce fairness in the existing distribution system. Therefore, strengthening farmer institutions, improving contract transparency, and enhancing access to logistics and information are recommended as long-term solutions.

Plantation agriculture encompasses all activities involving the cultivation of specific crops and the commercialization of their products and services, supported by science, technology, capital, and management, with the aim of improving the welfare of plantation business actors and the wider community. This study aims to analyze the production scale, input elasticity, and factors affecting clove production in Umejero Village, Busungbiu District, Buleleng Regency. Given the high dependence of farmers on harvest outcomes and price fluctuations, this analysis is essential to understand the impact of economic and agronomic variables such as working capital, labor, land area, and selling price on production output. The study employs a quantitative method using multiple linear regression based on the Cobb-Douglas production function. Data were collected through questionnaires and interviews with clove farmers in Umejero Village using purposive sampling. The results indicate that all four variables simultaneously have a significant effect on clove production, with each variable also having a partial positive influence. The analysis of production scale shows increasing returns to scale, meaning that a proportional increase in all input factors leads to a more than proportional increase in output. The elasticity analysis indicates that capital input is elastic, suggesting that a small increase in capital leads to a disproportionately large increase in output. In contrast, labor, land area, and selling price are inelastic, implying that increases in these inputs result in only modest increases in output. These findings highlight the need for solid policy foundations and strategic initiatives to enhance clove productivity both at the farmer and local government levels. Furthermore, the study’s results are expected to assist farmers in making more informed and sustainable decisions in farm management, ultimately contributing to the improved welfare of clove-farming communities in the region.  

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), officially adopted by the European Union in 2023, has gained various responses from exporters, mainly due to quite demanding perception on regulation. This study focuses on the smallholder group (cooperatives and farmers), as among most impacted parties considering the financial constraints, knowledge limitation, and technical capacity. The main emphasis focuses on the challenges to comply EUDR’s documentation requirements, which include land use maps, sustainability certificates, land ownership documents, geolocation maps, proof of coffee land ownership, and the Supply Chain Traceability Report. This study aims to explore in depth the opportunities, barriers, and handling strategies adopted by exporting cooperatives. Primary data were collected through structured interviews with five cooperative representatives from various regions of Indonesia and analyzed using a thematic analysis method, referring to three main components of the Dynamic Capabilities Theory: Sensing, Seizing, and Reconfiguring. The outcome of this research presents internal and external strategic recommendations for cooperatives to prepare for the official implementation of the EUDR.

This studyaims to examine the economic activities of low-income communities and identify factors that influence these activities in Tamaila Utara Village,Tolangohula Sub-district,Gorontalo Regency. The study employed a qualitative method using a systematic approach. Data collection techniques included observation, interview, and source triangulation.Data analysis involved data reduction followed by drawing conclusions. The findings indicate that most low-income residents in Tamaila Utara rely on agriculture, particularly corn farming, as their primary livelihood. Farming activities are supported by family members due to limited financial capacity to hire labor, and the tools used are still very simple or traditional. For crop distribution,the community depends on local traders who offer prices significantly lower than market rates, due to limited transportation access to larger markets. In terms of consumption,residents can only meet their basic needs, with low nutritional intake due to minimal income. Other challenges to improving the local economy include water scarcity during the dry season, low educational attainment among farmers,lack of government-provided training, and unpredictable weather and environmental conditions. Therefore,government support is urgently needed,such as irrigation development, agricultural training, and the provision of modern tools or technology to enhance community welfare in the future.

This community service activity aims to empower small-scale poultry farmers in Bontang Lestari Village, Bontang City, East Kalimantan, through increasing technical, managerial, and institutional capacity. The implementation method includes identifying the potential problems of farmers, providing technical training based on local needs, and mentoring the formation of farmer cooperatives as a collective economic forum. A total of 30 farmers were actively involved in the entire series of activities. The activity results showed an increase in skills in making alternative feed, implementing biosecurity, and simple business records. Positive social impacts were also seen from the growth of community participation in group activities and joint marketing initiatives. This program shows that a participatory, potential-based, and collaborative approach can effectively strengthen the sustainability of community poultry farming businesses. This success is the basis for developing similar empowerment models in other areas with comparable characteristics.

The demand for goats for religious rituals such as aqiqah and qurban during Eid al-Adha has shown a significant upward trend each year, in line with the growing awareness among Muslims to observe religious practices in accordance with Islamic law. This study aims to explore the strategies employed and the challenges faced by traditional goat farmers in responding to this evolving demand. A descriptive qualitative approach was used, with data collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation. The subject of this study was Mr. Anto, an experienced goat farmer and trader who manages the “Adinda Aqiqah” business in Medan City. The findings reveal that Mr. Anto’s main strategies include stock management through the raising of hundreds of goats of various breeds (Kacang, Etawa, and sheep), the selection of high-productivity superior breeds, and the setting of competitive selling prices for both qurban and aqiqah needs. On the other hand, the primary challenges encountered include limited infrastructure, particularly at sales locations, animal health risks due to adverse weather conditions, and the lack of effectiveness in using social media as a marketing tool to reach a wider consumer base. These findings offer a clear picture of how traditional livestock practices adapt to market demands, while also highlighting the need for improvements in technology, marketing, and policy support to enhance competitiveness in this dynamic, seasonal market.

Human resources are the driving force of animal husbandry in Indonesia, because the role of human resources is important and aligned with qualified work skills will create sustainable dairy farms. This Literature Review aims to examine the effect of increasing productivity and sustainability of dairy farms through optimizing human resource management. This study used a systematic review method. After collecting information from 13 SINTA accredited journals and SCOPUS indexed journals, it was found that optimizing human resource management plays an important role in realizing productivity and sustainability of dairy cows, as found in this literature review that empowering farmers by providing training, knowledge and skills is a key factor in increasing production yields that support business sustainability.

The European Green Deal is the European Union's strategy to reduce the impact of climate change and carry out major reforms in the agricultural sector. However, small and medium-sized farmers are suffering losses due to shift to more environmentally friendly agricultural system, stricter regulations, reduced subsidies, and restrictions on chemical fertilizers. In this journal, it can be seen how EGD policies create economic and social vulnerabilities that could threaten food security and the internal stability of the European Union. The methods used are a qualitative approach and descriptive analysis of the impact of green deal policies, which affect farmers and the general public. Data collection was conducted through a literature review of previous studies related to the impacts of the Green Deal. This journal discusses four key areas, the transformation of Green Deal policies, economic vulnerabilities faced by farmers, emerging social-political resistance, and implications for non-traditional security. The research indicates that while EGD policies aim to address climate threats, their implementation has led to non-security issues. A balance between climate and long-term food security is needed. To address social and economic changes at the domestic and regional levels, this study emphasizes the importance of inclusive and adaptive green transition policies.

As an agricultural country, farmers in Indonesia have a crucial role, their existence must be safeguarded within the agricultural sector. Encouraging farmers to engage in breeding or develop new superior plant varieties is essential for fostering independent and advanced Indonesian farmers. These breeding activities are governed by Law Number 22 of 2019 on Sustainable Agricultural Cultivation System, and Law Number 29 of 2000 Plant Variety Protection. However, these laws have led to challenges for farmers involved in breeding, as the Plant Variety Protection Law adopts liberal approach that prioritizes individual economic benefits and specifically protects breeders who have registered their new varieties. As a result, farmers who use traditional knowledge in their breeding practices are vulnerable to criminalization due to the registration system. This paper will examine the rights of farmers in breeding activities under Indonesian law and compare with regulations in Malaysia, which shares geographical proximity, customs, and membership in the World Trade Organization. The research method is normative legal research, utilizing both conceptual and comparative approach. The objective to explore the legal protection of farmers’ rights in breeding activities in both Indonesia and Malaysia, and provide recommendations for improving the protection of farmers' rights in the future.

Food security is a crucial aspect of national development that ensures the availability, affordability, and safety of food for all communities. This article examines the Indonesian government's strategies to maintain food security through public policies using a qualitative literature study approach. The study focuses on agricultural infrastructure development, productivity improvement, food diversification, strengthening distribution systems, and empowering communities and farmers. Both central and regional governments play strategic roles in formulating and implementing adaptive policies addressing challenges such as climate change, resource limitations, and food price volatility. Additionally, large budget allocations and innovative financing approaches like green bonds and public-private partnerships are key instruments supporting sustainable food security. The role of regional governments is also vital in regulation, facilitation, and community empowerment to ensure local food security. The findings indicate that integrated public policies and stakeholder synergy effectively enhance national food security comprehensively and sustainably.

The agrarian dispute that occurred in Pakel Village, Banyuwangi, illustrates the complexity of legal issues and structural inequalities that still linger from the New Order era. Several local farmers were detained on charges of vandalism and incitement, despite the fact that they were defending ancestral land that had been managed for generations against the unilateral claims of a plantation company. This article examines the incident through the lens of agrarian law, land ownership rights, and principles of social justice, while also analyzing the state's role in balancing the rights of indigenous communities and corporate interests. This case study shows that a repressive legal approach actually deepens inequality and hinders the process of agrarian reform. The conflict in Pakel Village is a clear reflection of the state's inability to handle agrarian conflicts fairly and sustainably.

This research aims to investigate whether production costs and selling price influence the income of corn farmers in Ilomata Vilage, Atinggola Sub-District, Gorontalo Utara Regency. Employing using a linier regression. The findings indicate a positive in Ilomata Village, Atingggola Sub-disctrict, Gorontalo Utara Regerency. The findings further confirm that production sosts and selling price exert a statistically significant influence on the income of these corn farmers in Ilomata Village, Atinggola Sub-district, Gorontalo Utara Regerency. Additionally, these findings demonstrate the value of coefficient of correlation (R) which further confirms that contribution of variable of production costs and selling price, simultaneously, elucitade corn farmers’ income 0.415 or 41.5%.

Rice is a primary commodity in Indonesia's agricultural sector, playing a strategic role in national food security. However, rice productivity in Jombok Village, Ngantang District, Malang Regency, has declined due to an infestation of rats (Rattus argentiventer). The uncontrolled rat population has caused damage to crops from the vegetative to the generative stages, resulting in a decrease in harvest yields. The limited understanding among farmers about effective pest control strategies has worsened the situation. The community service aims to enhance farmers' knowledge and skills in controlling rat pests through an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach. The methods used include socialization, counseling, field training, and the evaluation of pest control techniques involving mechanical, biological, and chemical methods. Evaluation results showed that farmers' understanding improved from 40% to 85% after the training. Furthermore, after one month, the rat population decreased by 40%. These findings suggest that education and hands-on practice contribute to the effectiveness of pest control and increased rice productivity. Therefore, a farmer empowerment-based approach should continue to be implemented to support the sustainability of agriculture in agrarian regions.

Cayenne pepper is one of the horticultural commodities that has high and stable demand in the Indonesian market. However, the productivity of cayenne pepper at the farmer level is still relatively low due to limited land, suboptimal cultivation techniques, and lack of access to modern agricultural technology. This study aims to analyze strategies that can be applied to expand production and increase the productivity of cayenne pepper plants. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method with a field study approach in several cayenne pepper production centers. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews with farmers, and literature studies. The results of the study showed that land expansion strategies through the utilization of idle land and intercropping systems, as well as the application of technologies such as the use of superior varieties, drip irrigation, and balanced fertilization can significantly increase crop yields.  

This study aims to analyze the economic and social impacts within the environmental context on the sustainability of catfish farming in Basanah Village. Environmental issues such as water quality, land availability, and land-use changes have significantly affected aquaculture practices. Moreover, the social dynamics of the surrounding community, including patterns of cooperation, public perception of catfish farming, and economic impacts on farmers’ income and welfare, are central to the investigation. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach through field observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving local farmers, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders. The findings reveal that economic aspects, such as production cost efficiency and income improvement, are highly dependent on stable environmental conditions and strong social support. Conversely, environmental degradation and weak social participation hinder business development. Therefore, participatory-based policies integrating sustainable environmental management with the strengthening of local socioeconomic capacities are urgently needed. This study offers a significant contribution as a foundation for formulating empowerment strategies for environmentally and socially-based small-scale aquaculture enterprises at the village level.

This study examines the dilemma of rice import policy in Indonesia within the context of international trade and food security challenges. Rice, as a strategic commodity, holds significant social, economic, and political value, making import policies highly influential on price stability, farmers’ welfare, and national food security. The research identifies that import policies are often misaligned with domestic needs due to weak inter-institutional coordination, data inaccuracies, and pressures from political and business interests. As a result, import policies frequently create imbalances between the interests of consumers, traders, and local farmers, while also reducing the competitiveness of domestic rice due to inefficiencies in the distribution chain and post-harvest infrastructure. This study emphasizes the importance of data-based, transparent, and farmer-protective governance of rice import policies to strengthen national food security amid global trade liberalization pressures. hain, trade liberalization.

Irrigation systems play an important role in supporting agricultural productivity, especially in rural areas such as Patane V Village. However, without adequate maintenance and care, irrigation efficiency can decrease, causing decreased agricultural yields and potential environmental damage. This study aims to identify irrigation system maintenance and care strategies that can be applied effectively in Patane V Village. The methods used are direct field observation and cleaning and interviews with farmers and related parties. The results of the study indicate that regular maintenance, community participation, and the use of simple technology in cleaning irrigation channels are key factors in maintaining the sustainability of the irrigation system. This study is expected to provide recommendations for village governments and farmer groups in managing irrigation systems more effectively.

This study aims to examine the implementation of Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2014 concerning the Protection and Empowerment of Farmers and Fish Farmers in Sidoarjo Regency. Focusing on Gisik Cemandi Village as the case study, this research employs a qualitative descriptive approach with Grindle’s policy implementation theory as the main analytical framework. The findings reveal that while various programs such as skill training, fuel subsidies, fishing equipment aid, and institutional strengthening have been carried out, there are still obstacles in equitable distribution, budget constraints, and continuity of the programs. Nevertheless, strong inter-agency coordination, responsiveness of the implementers, and active participation from the fishermen community contributed positively to the overall implementation. This study underscores the importance of aligning public policy with community needs to achieve sustainable development in coastal areas.

 The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) "Central Jamur Tiram" (Central Oyster Mushroom) in Medan, located at Jln. Mandala By Pass. Gg Orba No 31 Medan (Jln. Mandala By Pass. Gg Orba No 31 Medan), managed by Mr. Faisal, serves as a case study of successful business development in oyster mushroom cultivation. This research aims to explore Mr. Faisal's entrepreneurial journey, from business initiation and the innovation of processed oyster mushroom products to marketing strategies through online and offline platforms that led to success. The research method employed is qualitative with a case study approach, utilizing in-depth interviews with Mr. Faisal and direct observation of the business operations. The research findings indicate that perseverance, product innovation (such as mushroom chips and shredded mushroom), the utilization of spent mushroom substrate (baglog), and the ability to build a partnership network (partner farmers, souvenir shops, suppliers) are key success factors for "Central Jamur Tiram." Furthermore, the adaptation to online platforms for marketing significantly expanded the market reach. This study provides insights into the potential of oyster mushroom cultivation as a sustainable business opportunity and its economic contribution to the local community. The implications of this research can serve as inspiration and guidance for prospective entrepreneurs in the MSME sector, particularly in developing oyster mushroom cultivation businesses.