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Strengthening Local Food Systems: The Impact of Farmer Groups on Rice Production in Kaloling Village, Indonesia Winadia; Ahfandi Ahmad; Fadilah Nurdin; Putra Astaman; Sadam Suliman Mohamed Yousof
Sustainable Agribusiness Review Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : FAKULTAS PERTANIAN UNIVERSITAS PEMBANGUNAN NASIONAL VETERAN JAWA TIMUR

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33005/sar.v1i1.4

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Farmer groups have not yet played an optimal role, as evidenced by groups whose members are less active, groups that have difficulty retaining members, while some farmer groups are actually progressing, and many members only use the group to obtain subsidized fertilizer and plant seeds. This study aims to determine the role of farmer groups in increasing rice production in Kaloling Village, East Sinjai District, Sinjai Regency. The research method used is a quantitative descriptive method. Sampling was conducted using simple random sampling with 80 respondents. The analysis revealed that the role of farmers' groups as learning classes and production units does not have a significant impact on rice production in Kaloling Village. This is attributed to low levels of farmer education, inappropriate learning methods, and farmers' tendency to farm individually. On the other hand, the role of farmer groups as a vehicle for cooperation among group members does influence rice production. The cooperation established creates a collaborative environment that encourages farmers to increase rice production.
Strengthening Community Empowerment Through Business Legalization Assistance for MSMEs: Evidence from Panaikang Village, East Sinjai Makmur; Sitti Fatimah; A. Fitriani; Mochamad Nurdin; Rusdiana; Muhammad Amar; Winadia; Asrul; Nurfadillah; Fajarudddin
Masterpiece Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
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Business legality is a crucial foundation for strengthening the identity, credibility, and competitiveness of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), particularly in rural areas. Many MSME actors face obstacles in accessing formal legality due to limited knowledge and administrative capacity. This community service program aimed to empower MSMEs in Panaikang Village, East Sinjai District, through assistance in obtaining business legality, specifically the Business Identification Number (NIB) and Halal Certification. The program employed a participatory approach consisting of an initial survey, program socialization, data collection, training sessions, and direct assistance in issuing legal documents. The target group included MSME actors engaged in food processing, snacks, beverages, and local products. The results demonstrate a significant increase in participants’ understanding of the importance of business legality, product packaging, and basic marketing strategies. Most MSME actors successfully obtained their NIB, while several culinary businesses proceeded to the halal certification application stage. This assistance also enhanced entrepreneurs’ confidence and readiness to expand market access, including participation in local MSME exhibitions. The program contributed to strengthening local economic potential and promoting sustainable community-based economic development. Overall, business legality assistance proved to be an effective empowerment strategy for improving MSME resilience, formalization, and competitiveness in rural communities. Continuous collaboration between universities, local governments, and supporting institutions is recommended to ensure sustainability and broader impact.