ANALISIS PENGGUNAAN SARANA PRODUKSI DALAM KEGIATAN BUDIDAYA USAHATANI PADI GOGO DI DESA WATUMEREMBE KECAMATAN PALANGGA KABUPATEN KONAWE SELATAN

Abstrak

Upland rice farming plays an important role in utilizing dryland resources and supporting food provision; however, the success of its cultivation is influenced by the use of production inputs that are appropriate to local agroecological conditions and farmers’ capacities. This study aimed to analyze the use of production inputs in upland rice farming activities in Watumerembe Village, Palangga District, South Konawe Regency. The study employed a qualitative approach using a case study strategy. Research informants were selected through a combination of purposive and snowball sampling techniques. A total of 14 informants participated in the study, consisting of farmer group administrators, farmer members, agricultural extension officers, and village officials. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, documentation, and literature review. Data analysis involved several stages, namely data reduction, data display, conclusion drawing, and verification. The analysis focused on six production inputs: seed, fertilizer, pesticides, agricultural machinery and equipment, water, and labor, examined in terms of type, source, quantity or dosage, timing or frequency of use, and method of application. The findings show that the use of production inputs in upland rice farming remains relatively simple and largely relies on local resources. Seed use is dominated by local varieties, particularly Pae Wila, Pae Biu, and Pae Dae, which are generally obtained from previous harvests and reused in subsequent planting seasons. Fertilizer use remains limited, with most farmers relying on the natural fertility of the soil, while pesticides are rarely used because pest and weed control is predominantly carried out manually. Agricultural equipment consists mainly of simple, farmer-owned tools that are used according to the requirements of each farming activity. Water supply is entirely dependent on rainfall, resulting in planting schedules being adjusted to the onset of the rainy season. Labor is primarily provided by family members, while additional labor during harvesting is obtained from relatives or neighbors through a crop-sharing arrangement. Overall, the use of production inputs is largely based on farmers’ experience, the availability of local resources, and their adaptive capacity to dryland conditions. Improving production-input management should therefore focus on the application of inputs that are appropriate to local agroecological conditions and farmers’ needs. Strengthening access to technical information and agricultural extension assistance is necessary to support more appropriate, efficient, adaptive, and sustainable use of production inputs at the farm level.

Kata kunci

• Kegiatan Budidaya
• Penggunaan Sarana Produksi
• Usahatani Padi Gogo