Analysis Of The Feasibility Of Carrot Farming (Daucus Carota L.) Case: Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency
Introduction
Carrot farming is a significant agricultural activity that can contribute to the economic growth and development of rural communities. In Indonesia, carrot farming is one of the most widely cultivated crops, particularly in the Karo Regency of North Sumatra. The aim of this study is to analyze the feasibility of carrot farming in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency. This research was conducted by Artha Hotmian Malau, an agribusiness student, under the guidance of Ir. M. Mozart Bahauddin Darus, M.Sc and Dr. Rulianda Purnomo Wibowo, SP., M.Ec.
Methodology
The research method used in this study is a combination of purposive sampling and simple random sampling. Purposive sampling was used to determine the research area, while simple random sampling was used to select 30 farmers as respondents. The analysis conducted includes financial feasibility and income contribution from carrot farming.
Research Result
The results of this study show that the production costs per farmer reached Rp. 3,294,428 and Rp. 21,989,220 per hectare. The receipts obtained by farmers are Rp. 11,125,000 per farmer and Rp. 74,673,611.1 per hectare, with net income of Rp. 7,830,573 per farmer and Rp. 52,684,291 per hectare. The feasibility analysis shows that the carrot farm is feasible to be implemented and developed, as indicated by the value of R/C ratio (3.41) and B/C Ratio (2.41), which are both greater than 1.
Break-Even Point Analysis
The break-even point analysis shows that the production and price of carrots have exceeded the break-even point, which is 1,377 kg per farmer, 9,034 kg per hectare, and the price of Rp. 726/kg. This indicates that the carrot farm is profitable and can cover its production costs.
Contribution of Carrot Farming
One of the important findings of this study is the contribution of carrot farming to total household income, which reached 66.06%. This figure shows that carrot farming is not only profitable but also a significant source of income for farmers in Gongsol Village.
Conclusion
This study shows that carrot farming in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency, has excellent prospects to be developed. With affordable production costs, high income, and significant contributions to household income, carrot farming can be one of the promising business choices for the local community. It is hoped that this information can be the basis for agricultural development policies in the area to improve the welfare of the community.
Recommendations
Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:
- Increase cultivation techniques: To improve the yield and quality of carrots, farmers should adopt modern cultivation techniques, such as the use of high-yielding varieties and proper irrigation systems.
- Better marketing: To increase the income of farmers, better marketing strategies should be implemented, such as the establishment of a cooperative to sell carrots to wholesalers and retailers.
- Counseling to farmers: To improve the results and income of farmers, counseling and training programs should be provided to farmers on modern farming techniques, market trends, and business management.
Limitations of the Study
This study has several limitations, including:
- Small sample size: The sample size of 30 farmers may not be representative of the entire population of farmers in Gongsol Village.
- Limited data collection: The data collected in this study may not be comprehensive, as it only includes financial data and does not consider other factors that may affect the feasibility of carrot farming.
Future Research Directions
Future research should focus on the following areas:
- Economic impact of carrot farming: To understand the economic impact of carrot farming on the local community, further research should be conducted to analyze the employment opportunities, income generation, and poverty reduction effects of carrot farming.
- Environmental impact of carrot farming: To assess the environmental impact of carrot farming, further research should be conducted to analyze the effects of carrot farming on soil quality, water resources, and biodiversity.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this study shows that carrot farming in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency, has excellent prospects to be developed. With affordable production costs, high income, and significant contributions to household income, carrot farming can be one of the promising business choices for the local community. It is hoped that this information can be the basis for agricultural development policies in the area to improve the welfare of the community.
Q: What is the purpose of this study?
A: The purpose of this study is to analyze the feasibility of carrot farming in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency. The study aims to evaluate the cost of production, revenue, income, feasibility of farming, and the contribution of income from carrot farming in the region.
Q: What is the research method used in this study?
A: The research method used in this study is a combination of purposive sampling and simple random sampling. Purposive sampling was used to determine the research area, while simple random sampling was used to select 30 farmers as respondents.
Q: What are the production costs per farmer and per hectare?
A: The production costs per farmer reached Rp. 3,294,428 and Rp. 21,989,220 per hectare.
Q: What are the receipts obtained by farmers per farmer and per hectare?
A: The receipts obtained by farmers are Rp. 11,125,000 per farmer and Rp. 74,673,611.1 per hectare.
Q: What is the net income of farmers per farmer and per hectare?
A: The net income of farmers is Rp. 7,830,573 per farmer and Rp. 52,684,291 per hectare.
Q: What is the R/C ratio and B/C Ratio?
A: The R/C ratio is 3.41 and the B/C Ratio is 2.41, both of which are greater than 1, indicating that the carrot farm is feasible to be implemented and developed.
Q: What is the break-even point analysis?
A: The break-even point analysis shows that the production and price of carrots have exceeded the break-even point, which is 1,377 kg per farmer, 9,034 kg per hectare, and the price of Rp. 726/kg.
Q: What is the contribution of carrot farming to total household income?
A: The contribution of carrot farming to total household income is 66.06%, indicating that carrot farming is not only profitable but also a significant source of income for farmers in Gongsol Village.
Q: What are the recommendations of this study?
A: The recommendations of this study include increasing cultivation techniques, better marketing, and counseling to farmers on modern farming techniques, market trends, and business management.
Q: What are the limitations of this study?
A: The limitations of this study include a small sample size and limited data collection.
Q: What are the future research directions?
A: The future research directions include economic impact of carrot farming, environmental impact of carrot farming, and the effects of carrot farming on soil quality, water resources, and biodiversity.
Q: What is the conclusion of this study?
A: This study shows that carrot farming in Gongsol Village, Merdeka District, Karo Regency, has excellent prospects to be developed. With affordable production costs, high income, and significant contributions to household income, carrot farming can be one of the promising business choices for the local community.