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THE CETAK SAWAH RAKYAT PROGRAM: EFFORTS TO INCREASE RICE PRODUCTION IN THE ARCHIPELAGIC REGION OF SALANG DISTRICT, SIMEULUE REGENCY Aswin Nasution; Wira Hadianto; Abdul Latif; Yusrizal; Izwar; Hartini; Sri Handayani; Sufriadi; Teuku Muhammad Syauqi; Agustiar
International Review of Practical Innovation, Technology and Green Energy (IRPITAGE) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): July-October 2026
Publisher : RADJA PUBLIKA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21677109

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The Cetak Sawah Rakyat (CSR) program conceptually executed as a paddy field optimization initiative is a government strategy aimed at increasing rice production and strengthening food security by enhancing land productivity and cropping intensity. As an archipelagic region, Simeulue Regency possesses significant potential for rice field development; however, it faces various constraints, such as limited agricultural infrastructure and cultivation technology, which restrict optimal cropping frequency. This community service activity was conducted to enhance farmers' understanding and readiness regarding the implementation of the CSR Program in Simeulue Regency. Held at the Agricultural Extension Center (BPP) office in Salang District, the activity employed a participatory empowerment approach involving farmers, farmer groups, village governments, agricultural extension officers (PPL), and the Department of Agriculture of Simeulue Regency. The methods comprised preparatory stages, socialization and counseling, problem identification discussions, and the distribution of questionnaires to assess farmer group readiness. Of the 1,162 hectares of land proposed under the prospective farmer and land scheme (CPCL), 981.36 hectares met the technical and administrative requirements, with 31 farmer groups declared eligible for the program. This community service initiative successfully enhanced public understanding regarding their rights, obligations, and the importance of sustainable rice field management. The CSR program is expected to boost rice production by increasing annual harvest frequency, strengthen institutional capacity among farmers, increase community income, and support sustainable food security in archipelagic regions.
INCOME AND FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS OF PATCHOULI FARMING IN PASIE RAJA DISTRICT, SOUTH ACEH REGENCY: ANALISIS PENDAPATAN USAHATANI NILAM DI KECAMATAN PASIE RAJA KABUPATEN ACEH SELATAN Khairun Nisa; Agustiar; Liston Siringo Ringo; Erlisa
ROCE : Jurnal Pertanian Terapan Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): JPT ROCE 6, 2026
Publisher : PT. ROCE WISDOM ACEH

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71275/roce.v3i2.200

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Patchouli farming is an important smallholder activity in South Aceh, but its profitability is vulnerable to price volatility, traditional cultivation practices, and high labor requirements. This study aimed to analyze the income, economic feasibility, and break-even point of patchouli farming in Pasie Raja District, South Aceh Regency. The research site was selected purposively because Pasie Raja is one of the patchouli-producing areas in South Aceh. A descriptive quantitative approach was applied using census data from 37 active patchouli farmers in five villages: Pucok Krueng, Ladang Teungoh, Panton Bili, Ladang Tuha, and Rambong. Primary data were collected through field observation, structured interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, while secondary data were obtained from relevant institutions and literature. The data were analyzed using total cost, total revenue, farm income, revenue-cost ratio, break-even production, and break-even price. The results showed that the average total production cost was IDR 8,412,694 per planting season, while average revenue reached IDR 15,315,237. The average farm income was IDR 7,578,294 per planting season. The revenue-cost ratio was 1.82, indicating that patchouli farming was financially feasible. The break-even production was 14.752 kg, below the actual average production of 26 kg, and the break-even price was IDR 317,535/kg, below the observed average selling price of IDR 570,270/kg. These findings suggest that patchouli farming in Pasie Raja remains profitable under current production and price conditions. However, its sustainability requires improved production efficiency, better distillation performance, stronger market access, and risk management against price volatility.