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Implementation of subsidized fertilizer policy does not run optimally in Benowo Village and supervision that has never been done by the Purworejo Agriculture Office or from BPP Bener are 2 problems that become the background of this research. The objective of this research was implemented policy on subsidized fertilizer which is focused on farmer groups in Benowo Village and to know the supervision subsidized fertilizer conducted by the Agriculture Office of Purworejo District as an institution authorized to manage subsidized fertilizer and the cooperation of other institutions or agencies related to it. The method of research used was qualitative. Collecting data is done at the research location namely Benowo Village by interview, observations, as well as documentation. After all the data has been collected, continued data selection based on similarities that proved the truth. Results with descriptive a method to accomplish valid research objectives. Research results and discussion obtained of the problem formulation was the implementation of the subsidized fertilizer policies in Benowo true existence is not running optimally because of the problem of fertilizer application that occurs. The second problem formulation is to produce a picture of supervision that is less attention from the Department of Agriculture regarding subsidized fertilizers. So that the resulting conclusions and also suggestions in essence that the Government and the Agriculture Office are more active in providing solutions to the problems of implementing policies and supervision of subsidized fertilizers in Benowo Village on an ongoing basis.

Agriculture plays a crucial role in Indonesia's economy and food security, with subsidized fertilizers being a vital component in supporting productivity and the quality of harvests. The subsidized fertilizer policy, as regulated in Minister of Agriculture Regulation No. 01 of 2024, aims to ensure the targeted distribution of fertilizers. However, issues related to distribution and the misuse of subsidized fertilizers remain significant challenges. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the subsidized fertilizer distribution policy in Jombang Regency based on Minister of Agriculture Regulation No. 01 of 2024. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research gathered data through interviews with informants, observations, and documentation at the Agriculture Office of Jombang Regency. The findings show that although the e-RDKK system has improved farmers' access to subsidized fertilizers, administrative barriers and distribution delays remain major issues. Uneven distribution coverage and the misallocation of fertilizers in several areas reduce the policy's effectiveness. Improvements in distribution management and stricter supervision are necessary to ensure the sustainability of the agricultural sector and food security in Jombang Regency. The distribution of subsidized fertilizers in Jombang Regency needs to be improved through more intensive education for farmers and simplification of administrative procedures.