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The Effect of Agricultural Extension and Post-Harvest Processing Technology in Increasing Farmers' Income and Farm Business Sustainability in Rural Bandung Regency Silamat, Eddy; Ginting, Ari Permana; Sutrisno, Eko
West Science Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 07 (2024): West Science Interdisciplinary Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsis.v2i07.1135

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This study examines the impact of agricultural extension services and post-harvest processing technology on farmers' income and farm business sustainability in rural Bandung Regency. A quantitative analysis of 160 farmers' responses, measured using a Likert scale, revealed that agricultural extension services significantly enhance farm sustainability and increase farmers' income. Similarly, post-harvest processing technology positively impacts both farm sustainability and income. These findings underscore the importance of these interventions in promoting sustainable agricultural development and improving farmers' livelihoods, highlighting the need for continuous investment in agricultural extension programs and the promotion of post-harvest technologies to support rural agricultural communities.
Influence of Sustainable Agriculture Practices, Water Management, and Organic Seedling Availability on Yields in Bandung Regency Organic Farms Silamat, Eddy; Hernawati, Hernawati; Pahrijal, Rival
West Science Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 2 No. 10 (2024): West Science Interdisciplinary Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsis.v2i10.1378

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This study investigates the impact of organic seedling availability, sustainable agriculture practices, and water management on the yields of organic farms in Bandung Regency. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 230 organic farmers and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results reveal that all three factors significantly and positively affect farm yields. Water management had the strongest influence, followed by organic seedling availability and sustainable agriculture practices. These findings highlight the critical role of resource management in enhancing the productivity of organic farms. The study suggests that improving access to organic seedlings, promoting sustainable farming techniques, and investing in efficient water management systems can lead to better farm performance and sustainability. The research offers practical insights for policymakers and agricultural stakeholders seeking to optimize organic farming in the region.
The Relationship between Marketing Creativity and Product Quality to Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty of Coffee MSMEs in Banyuwangi Lifchatullaillah, Endang; Kowey, Wylda Olivia; Silamat, Eddy
West Science Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 3 No. 01 (2025): West Science Interdisciplinary Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsis.v3i01.1626

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This study examines the relationship between marketing creativity, product quality, customer satisfaction, and loyalty in coffee micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Banyuwangi. Using a quantitative approach with 145 samples and data analysis through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and Partial Least Squares (PLS), the study investigates how marketing creativity and product quality influence customer satisfaction and loyalty. The results show that both marketing creativity and product quality significantly affect customer satisfaction, with product quality having a stronger impact on customer loyalty. The findings highlight the critical role of creative marketing strategies and high-quality products in fostering customer loyalty and satisfaction, suggesting that coffee MSMEs in Banyuwangi should prioritize these factors to sustain competitive advantage.
Effectiveness of No-till Farming, Cover Cropping, and Crop Rotation in Improving the Sustainability of the Agricultural Sector in West Java Judijanto, Loso; Silamat, Eddy
West Science Nature and Technology Vol. 2 No. 02 (2024): West Science Nature and Technology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/wsnt.v2i02.1015

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This study explores the effectiveness of three sustainable agriculture practices—No-till Farming, Cover Crops, and Crop Rotation—in enhancing the sustainability of the agricultural sector in West Java, Indonesia. Using structural equation modeling (SEM-PLS) to analyze survey data from 180 farmers, the study reveals positive relationships between each practice and sustainability outcomes. Cover Cropping emerges as particularly impactful, followed by No-till Farming and Crop Rotation. These findings emphasize the critical role of integrating these practices into agricultural policies and extension programs to bolster environmental resilience and economic viability across West Java.
ANALISIS DAMPAK PERUBAHAN IKLIM TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS TANAMAN PANGAN Rusmayadi, Gusti; Silamat, Eddy; Abidin, Zainal; Anripa, Nuralfin; Rubijantoro, Sat; Sitopu, Joni Wilson
Jurnal Review Pendidikan dan Pengajaran Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Volume 7 No 3 Tahun 2024 (Special Issue)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jrpp.v7i3.31300

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dampak perubahan iklim terhadap produktivitas tanaman pangan melalui metode studi literatur. Perubahan iklim, yang ditandai oleh peningkatan suhu global, perubahan pola curah hujan, dan frekuensi kejadian cuaca ekstrem yang meningkat, telah menjadi tantangan signifikan bagi sektor pertanian. Temuan dari berbagai literatur menunjukkan bahwa suhu yang lebih tinggi mempercepat proses evapotranspirasi dan meningkatkan stres termal pada tanaman, mengakibatkan penurunan hasil panen. Selain itu, perubahan pola curah hujan menyebabkan ketidakpastian dalam manajemen air, yang mengakibatkan risiko kekeringan dan banjir yang dapat merusak tanaman. Kejadian cuaca ekstrem seperti badai dan kekeringan berdampak langsung pada lahan pertanian dan mengakibatkan kerugian ekonomi besar. Perubahan iklim juga mempengaruhi kesuburan tanah dan penyebaran hama serta penyakit tanaman, yang semakin memperburuk produktivitas tanaman pangan. Penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya strategi adaptasi dan mitigasi untuk mengatasi dampak ini, termasuk penggunaan varietas tanaman yang lebih tahan iklim, sistem irigasi efisien, dan praktik pertanian berkelanjutan. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa pemahaman yang lebih baik tentang dinamika perubahan iklim dan dampaknya pada pertanian sangat penting untuk memastikan ketahanan pangan dan kesejahteraan ekonomi di masa depan.
DAMPAK PERUBAHAN IKLIM TERHADAP PENINGKATAN DAN PENURUNAN PRODUKTIVITAS TANAMAN PANGAN Sulaminingsih, Sulaminingsih; Silamat, Eddy; Ruruh, Alexander; Syaiful, Muhammad; Ninasari, Anita; AR, Muchdir
Jurnal Review Pendidikan dan Pengajaran Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Volume 7 No 3 Tahun 2024 (Special Issue)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jrpp.v7i3.31609

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Perubahan iklim menjadi tantangan serius bagi produktivitas tanaman pangan global. Penelitian ini menginvestigasi dampak perubahan iklim terhadap peningkatan dan penurunan produktivitas tanaman pangan dengan menggunakan metode studi literatur. Analisis dilakukan terhadap berbagai literatur ilmiah yang relevan untuk memahami bagaimana perubahan suhu global, pola curah hujan yang berubah, dan kejadian cuaca ekstrem mempengaruhi pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa peningkatan suhu global dapat menghambat proses fotosintesis dan respirasi tanaman, sementara perubahan pola curah hujan meningkatkan risiko kekeringan atau banjir yang merusak tanaman. Kejadian cuaca ekstrem seperti gelombang panas dan badai dapat mengurangi kualitas dan kuantitas hasil panen. Penyebaran hama dan penyakit tanaman juga dipengaruhi oleh perubahan iklim, memperburuk kondisi pertanian. Meskipun demikian, beberapa daerah dapat mengalami manfaat seperti peningkatan panen akibat musim tanam yang lebih panjang. Strategi adaptasi seperti pengembangan varietas tanaman tahan stres iklim dan penerapan teknologi pertanian yang canggih menjadi kunci dalam menjaga ketahanan pangan global di masa depan.