West Science Interdisciplinary Studies
Vol. 2 No. 09 (2024): West Science Interdisciplinary Studies

Effect of Farmer Group Empowerment and Agribusiness Training Program on Productivity and Income of Coffee Farmers in West Java

Ayesha, Ivonne (Unknown)
Harahap, Gustami (Unknown)
Cahya, Darmawan Listya (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Sep 2024

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of Farmer Group Empowerment and Agribusiness Training Programs on the Productivity and Income of coffee farmers in West Java. The research utilizes a quantitative approach with a sample of 200 coffee farmers and significantly positively affect ploys Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS) to analyze the relationships between the key variables. The results indicate that both Farmer Group Empowerment and Agribusiness Training Programs significantly positively affect Productivity and Income. However, Farmer Group Empowerment shows a stronger impact on productivity compared to training programs, emphasizing the importance of collective action in enhancing farming practices. These findings highlight the need for an integrated approach to agricultural development, combining empowerment with technical training to ensure sustainable improvements in farmers' livelihoods. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and agricultural development practitioners seeking to promote rural development and increase smallholder farmers' productivity and income.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

wsis

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance Environmental Science

Description

Journal that publishes multidisciplinary research articles, which include: Humanities and social sciences, Business Economics, Cooperatives & Banking, Sharia Economics, Development Economics, HR Development, Taxation and Commercial Insurance, Communication, Technique, Informatics, Information ...