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This study examines the crime of fertilizer counterfeiting in the Kalianda area, South Lampung, which is a form of economic crime with a significant impact on the agricultural sector. Fertilizer counterfeiting not only harms farmers financially, but also disrupts the distribution of subsidized fertilizers and lowers trust in the legal system. This crime is driven by various factors, including economic incentives, weak supervision, and inadequate regulations. In addition, the existence of illegal distribution networks and the lack of effectiveness of law enforcement also exacerbate the problem. This study uses a normative juridical approach to analyze the legal aspects that govern the crime of fertilizer counterfeiting, as well as an empirical approach through interviews with law enforcement officials in the South Lampung Regional Police area. The results of the study show that the rampant counterfeiting of fertilizers is caused by economic pressure, weak law enforcement, and low public legal awareness. This practice is often carried out in a covert manner and is difficult to prove technically in the field. In addition, the alleged involvement of certain individuals in the illegal distribution network adds to the complexity of handling cases. This study recommends reforming the fertilizer distribution system that is more transparent, increasing supervision by law enforcement officials and related agencies, and strengthening regulations with the application of stricter sanctions. Efforts to increase public legal awareness are also an important aspect in preventing similar crimes in the future. In addition, the need for synergy between law enforcement officials, local governments, and the community is the main key in tackling this economic crime. The development of fertilizer distribution tracking technology, as well as education to farmers about the characteristics of real and fake fertilizers, is expected to be able to strengthen the protection system at the grassroots level.

This Study aims to examine the influence of leadership and work discipline on employee performance at PT. Agro Afiat Nusantara in Barito Kuala, a non-subsidized fertilizer distribution company operating in South Kalimantan. The research focuses on two main variables: leadership and work discipline, both of which are theoretically considered essential in improving employee performance. A quantitative approach was employed, with data collected through questionnaires distributed to all 30 employees using a saturated sampling method. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with the assistance of SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 27. The analysis revealed that (1) leadership, when tested partially, does not have a significant effect on employee performance; (2) in contrast, work discipline has a positive and significant effect; and (3) simultaneously, both variables significantly contribute to enhancing performance. These findings highlight the crucial role of consistent and structured work discipline particularly in terms of punctuality, responsibility, and adherence to rules as a key factor in supporting employee performance. Practically, the study suggests a reassessment of the leadership style applied within the company and emphasizes the need to strengthen a culture of discipline as part of a sustainable human resource management strategy.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of subsidized fertilizer distribution to farmers in Gorontalo Regency. The allocation system follows a regulatory procedure starting from the Minister of Agriculture Regulation, followed by the Governor’s Decree, and finally by the Regent/Mayor’s Decree, which determines fertilizer allocation down to farmer groups. However, the implementation in the field faces several issues, including fertilizer shortages, prices exceeding the government-set retail price (HET), and misuse of distribution mechanisms. Using a normative-empirical legal research method, the study finds that the ineffectiveness of the subsidized fertilizer program is mainly due to inaccurate data collection and distribution, as well as the suboptimal use of the Farmer Card (Kartu Tani), often hampered by technical problems such as inactive cards. An evaluation based on the "six accuracy principles" (right quantity, timing, price, location, quality, and type) shows that the current distribution is not functioning effectively. The main inefficiencies are rooted in administrative shortcomings, delayed distribution, and inconsistencies between regulatory provisions and field implementation