Analysis Of Comparison Of The Level Of Participation Of Farmers Irrigated Water Farmers Pump Between Those Managed By Government Institutions And Are Managed By Private
Introduction
The use of pump irrigation water is a crucial aspect of agriculture, particularly in regions with limited water resources. In North Sumatra, the management of pump irrigation water is a significant challenge, with both government institutions and private institutions playing a vital role in this process. This study aims to analyze the difference in the level of farmers' participation in the use of pump irrigation water managed by two types of institutions, namely government institutions and private institutions. The main focus of this research is to determine the impact of coaching carried out by the two institutions on farmers' participation, as well as the factors that influence participation.
Background
In North Sumatra, information and research related to pumping is still classified as small, so this research becomes important. The data used in this study were taken from lowland rice farmers involving the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) and the Agriculture Office. The lack of research in this area highlights the need for a comprehensive study that can provide valuable insights into the management of pump irrigation water.
Methodology
The data used in this study were collected from lowland rice farmers in North Sumatra. The analysis was carried out using the Excel and SPSS program. The results of the analysis showed that there were significant differences in the level of participation between farmers who were fostered by the Bitra Foundation and the Agriculture Service, where the participation of bitra-assisted farmers was higher.
Results
The results of the study showed that there were significant differences in the level of participation between farmers who were fostered by the Bitra Foundation and the Agriculture Service. The participation of bitra-assisted farmers was higher, which can be explained by a better communication approach and the provision of pump facilities that are tailored to the needs of farmers by the bitra. In addition, participation is also influenced by a number of factors such as the level of education, age, experience, land area, and the location of farmers' rice fields.
Discussion
Although there are differences in the level of participation, the results of the study also show that there is no significant difference in terms of production and farmers' income between the two groups. This identification is caused by similarities in the level of soil fertility and cultivation techniques used. However, a striking difference can be seen from the contribution of the cost of irrigation services. For farmers fostered by the Department of Agriculture, the contribution of irrigation services to production costs reached 33.25%, while for bitra-assisted farmers, this figure is only 18.67%. This shows that farmers fostered by the Department of Agriculture are more burdened by the cost of high irrigation services.
Conclusion
Based on these findings, the authors suggest that the Agriculture Office more active in providing pump facilities for farmers who need them and improve the quality of existing counseling. On the other hand, the Bitra Foundation is advised to reactivate the accompanying staff and conduct an evaluation related to the level of profit of each pump unit that seems too high. With these steps, it is expected that farmers' participation in irrigation programs can be increased and production costs can be reduced, so that the welfare of farmers can be more guaranteed.
Recommendations
With more complete information about the differences in management between government and private institutions, it is hoped that better policies can be created for the agricultural sector in North Sumatra, especially in terms of efficient and sustainable management of water resources. The findings of this study can provide valuable insights for policymakers, farmers, and other stakeholders involved in the management of pump irrigation water.
Limitations
This study has several limitations that need to be addressed in future research. Firstly, the study only focused on lowland rice farmers in North Sumatra, and the findings may not be generalizable to other regions or types of farmers. Secondly, the study only analyzed the level of participation and did not explore other factors that may influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs.
Future Research Directions
Future research can build on the findings of this study by exploring other factors that influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs. For example, researchers can investigate the role of social capital, institutional support, and access to credit in influencing farmers' participation. Additionally, researchers can explore the impact of different types of irrigation systems on farmers' participation and production costs.
References
- [1] BPS (2020). Statistik Pertanian Provinsi Sumatera Utara.
- [2] Bitra Foundation (2020). Laporan Tahunan Bitra Foundation.
- [3] Agriculture Office (2020). Laporan Tahunan Kementerian Pertanian.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main objective of this study? A: The main objective of this study is to analyze the difference in the level of farmers' participation in the use of pump irrigation water managed by two types of institutions, namely government institutions and private institutions.
Q: What are the two types of institutions involved in this study? A: The two types of institutions involved in this study are the Bitra Foundation and the Agriculture Service.
Q: What are the factors that influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs? A: The factors that influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs include the level of education, age, experience, land area, and the location of farmers' rice fields.
Q: What are the results of the study in terms of production and farmers' income? A: The results of the study show that there is no significant difference in terms of production and farmers' income between the two groups.
Q: What is the contribution of the cost of irrigation services to production costs for farmers fostered by the Department of Agriculture? A: The contribution of the cost of irrigation services to production costs for farmers fostered by the Department of Agriculture is 33.25%.
Q: What is the contribution of the cost of irrigation services to production costs for farmers fostered by the Bitra Foundation? A: The contribution of the cost of irrigation services to production costs for farmers fostered by the Bitra Foundation is 18.67%.
Q: What are the recommendations of the study? A: The recommendations of the study are that the Agriculture Office should be more active in providing pump facilities for farmers who need them and improve the quality of existing counseling. On the other hand, the Bitra Foundation should reactivate the accompanying staff and conduct an evaluation related to the level of profit of each pump unit that seems too high.
Q: What are the limitations of this study? A: The limitations of this study are that it only focused on lowland rice farmers in North Sumatra, and the findings may not be generalizable to other regions or types of farmers. Additionally, the study only analyzed the level of participation and did not explore other factors that may influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs.
Q: What are the future research directions? A: Future research can build on the findings of this study by exploring other factors that influence farmers' participation in irrigation programs. For example, researchers can investigate the role of social capital, institutional support, and access to credit in influencing farmers' participation. Additionally, researchers can explore the impact of different types of irrigation systems on farmers' participation and production costs.
Q: What are the implications of this study for policymakers and stakeholders? A: The implications of this study for policymakers and stakeholders are that they should consider the differences in management between government and private institutions when developing policies and programs for the agricultural sector. Additionally, they should prioritize the needs of farmers and provide support for their participation in irrigation programs.
Q: What are the implications of this study for farmers and other stakeholders? A: The implications of this study for farmers and other stakeholders are that they should be aware of the differences in management between government and private institutions and take advantage of the opportunities provided by private institutions. Additionally, they should prioritize their participation in irrigation programs and seek support from institutions that can provide them with the necessary resources and expertise.