<![CDATA[Maize is a strategic commodity with growing demand; however, domestic productivity faces challenges due to the limited availability of high-quality seeds, fertilizers, and other production inputs. Analyzing production risk in maize farming is essential for identifying factors contributing to yield uncertainty. This study examines the factors influencing maize production risk in dryland farming in Karanganyar Regency using a multiple linear regression model with the heteroscedasticity approach by Just and Pope, based on a sample of 60 farmers. The results indicate that the production risk of maize in Karanganyar's dryland areas, as reflected by a coefficient of variation of 24.08%, is relatively low. Production risk is significantly influenced by fertilizer application and labor input. Phonska, SP-36, and urea fertilizers have a notable impact that helps mitigate production risk. Additionally, labor input is crucial in determining crop yields, with greater labor availability correlating with lower production risk for farmers. In contrast, maize seeds, land area, organic fertilizers, and pesticides insignificantly affect production risk. These findings highlight the importance of effective agricultural input management, particularly the selection of appropriate fertilizers and labor optimization, in reducing uncertainty in maize production.]]>
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