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Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies
Published by Universitas Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30255090     DOI : https://doi.org/10.36728/jrucs.vxix
Core Subject : Economy, Agriculture,
Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Economics, Econometrics & Finance
The primary objective of this journal is to effectively communicate the findings and viewpoints of academics, scholars, and students from various universities and research institutions. The Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies (JRUCS) is a biannual publication, released in February and August. The main emphases of JRUCS lie in the following research areas: Social Economic of Agriculture (Agribusiness) Impact of Agribusiness on Rural and Urban Communities Sustainable Agriculture Practices and their Effects on Communities Socioeconomic Analysis of Agriculture and its Influence on Community Development Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Agribusiness for Community Growth Agribusiness Value Chains and their Implications for Community Well-being Technological Advancements and their Impact on Agriculture and Community Development Policy Interventions and their Effects on Agriculture and Community Livelihoods Social Innovation and Community-based Approaches in Agribusiness Market Linkages and Marketing Strategies for Agricultural Products in Communities Community Development in the Agricultural Sector Agricultural Policy and its Implications Analysis of Agricultural Institutions and Organizations Rural Sociology and Social Dynamics in Rural Communities Urban Sociology and Social Dynamics in Urban Communities Sustainable Agribusiness Practices Sustainable Agriculture and its Environmental Impacts Strategies for Sustainable Agriculture Extension Innovations in Agricultural Technologies and Practices Community-Based Approaches to Agricultural Development Challenges and Opportunities in Rural-Urban Interactions
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Semua) - Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Lain-Lain)
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Tobacco Farm Workers' Incomes: Analyzing the Influence of Diverse Socio-Economic Factors Tamalia Azzahra Wahyuningtyas; suswadi; Irawan, Norbertus Citra
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 3 No 2 (2025): August 2025
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v3i2.4666

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Understanding the socio-economic factors influencing tobacco farm laborers’ income is essential for improving their financial stability and productivity. Many farm workers face economic uncertainty due to low education levels, limited experience, and fluctuating wages. Existing studies often overlook the combined impact of these factors, creating a research gap in labor income dynamics. This study aims to analyze how education, experience, age, and family size affect farm laborers' earnings. A quantitative descriptive method was employed, using surveys, interviews, and multiple linear regression analysis on respondents from Kagokan and Klaseman villages, Gatak District. The findings reveal that education and experience positively impact income, while age negatively influences earnings due to declining physical ability. Family size shows no significant effect. These results highlight the need for policy interventions such as vocational training, wage restructuring, and education access for farm laborers. Policymakers should implement sustainable programs to bridge economic disparities and enhance workforce efficiency. Future research should explore the role of agricultural technology adoption and gender-based income disparities, offering deeper insights into labor market dynamics.
Strategy Of Change Of Human Resources Investment By Tobacco Farm Workers In Improving Productivity Vynysha Maretha Enjellhyna Slamet Riyadi; suswadi; Irawan, Norbertus Citra
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 3 No 2 (2025): August 2025
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v3i2.4670

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The human resource investment focused in this study is on education and training to improve the competence and skills of farm workers. Human resource investment, especially in green education and green skills, is very important to improve the productivity of tobacco farm workers. This study aims to identify problems related to human resource (HR) investment in tobacco farm workers and formulate change strategies to improve their productivity. This study uses a mixed method, namely qualitative, quantitative, and descriptive. The results of the study showed that the results of direct observation in the field found several problems, namely: 1) Farm workers are not experts in the application of environmentally friendly technology 2) Farm workers are unable to use biopesticides 3) Farm workers are unable to choose varieties of plants that are resistant to pests 4) There is no change in the behavior of farm workers in implementing green technology . Based on these findings, this study proposes a change strategy that includes: 1) Using DBHCHT to access training environmentally friendly technology 2) Using DBHCHT to participate in biopesticide training 3) Using DBHCHT to improve experience in using varieties 4) DBHCHT is used to improve self-motivation. The implementation of this strategy is expected to improve the competence, skills, and productivity of tobacco farm workers.
Feasibility Study of Rice Farming Investment Using Adol Oyodan Land Rental System Anggara, Muhammad Fariskan; Mahananto; Prasetyo, Agung; Anwaristi, Aprilia Yuanita
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 3 No 2 (2025): August 2025
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v3i2.5204

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This study aims to find out the agricultural land lease system for farmers in Ketaon Village, Banyudono District, Boyolali Regency, and to determine the feasibility of rice farming in the land lease system in Ketaon Village, Banyudono District, Boyolali Regency. The location of the research was carried out in Ketaon Village, Banyudono District, Boyolali Regency. Sampling was carried out using purposive sampling. This research was carried out within 5 planting seasons because in 2 years it consisted of 6 planting seasons; 1 planting season could not be done because there was an improvement in irrigation. The analysis method used is quantitative descriptive. The data analysis used is descriptive analysis and investment analysis. The result of this study is that the agricultural land rental system carried out by the average farmer in Ketaon Village, Banyudono District, Boyolali Regency, is with the adol oyodan land rental system. This rental system is a land rental system where tenants give money in advance directly to the owner of agricultural land (rice fields). This land lease system is worth continuing to strive for this because based on the calculations that have been carried out, it shows from several calculations both through the calculation of NPV (Net Present Value) 20.814.535, IRR (Internal Rate of Return) 100%+, Net Benefit Cost Ratio 3,4779, Gross Benefit Cost Ratio (Gross B/C)2,2033 shows a positive value and meets the eligibility requirements for the farming business carried out.
Examining Online Purchase Intention in E-Commerce: The Effects of Knowledge, Attitude, Subjective Norms, and Perceived Behavioral Control Selvia Putri Anggraini; Suswadi; Kusriani Prasetyowati; Adhisty Puri Damayanti
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i1.6311

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The development of technology has encouraged Indonesian consumers to increasingly use e-commerce platforms to purchase their daily necessities. This study aims to analyze the effect of knowledge, attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control on consumers’ intention to shop online through e-commerce. This research applied a causal-comparative approach. The study was conducted in Greater Jakarta (Jabodetabek), Semarang, Yogyakarta, and Solo Raya. A total of 100 respondents were selected using a non-probability sampling method, specifically purposive sampling. Data were collected through interviews using structured questionnaires. The research instruments were tested, and the data were analyzed using SmartPLS 3 software with the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method. The results show that knowledge has a significant effect on consumers’ attitudes toward online shopping through e-commerce platforms.
Understanding Consumer Preferences for Tangerines (Citrus reticulata) in Urban Traditional Markets: Evidence from Surakarta, Indonesia Lia Maharani; Mahananto; Kusriani Prasetyowati; Adhisty Puri Damayanti
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i1.6328

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Citrus fruit is one of the fruits favored by the people of Indonesia because this fruit is easy to find anywhere and anytime and can be consumed by various circles of society, both the upper, middle and lower classes. Tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is one of the Citrus that lives in tropical and subtropical regions.This study aims to examine the attributes of tangerines that are consumer preferences in the traditional market of Surakarta City and examine the attributes of tangerines that are most considered by consumers in the decision to buy tangerines in the traditional market of Surakarta City. The method of determining the location uses a purposive method and the sampling method is carried out by accidental sampling, the determination of the number of respondents in each traditional market is determined proportionally to the number of respondents as many as 50 respondents. The data analysis method used is chi square analysis and multi-attribute Fishbein. The results of this study indicate that the tangerines that are consumer preferences in the traditional market of Surakarta City are tangerines that have a sweet taste, medium fruit prices (20,000-24,900), orange skin color and have medium fruit sizes (8-9 pieces/year). kg). The attribute of tangerines that is most considered in the decision to buy tangerines in the traditional market of Surakarta City is the attribute of sweetness. The order of attributes from the most considered to the least considered is fruit taste, fruit price, fruit skin color, and fruit size.
The Influence Of Perceived Benefits, Ease Of Use, And Farmer Trust On Agricultural Electrification Agus susilo; Suswadi; Norbertus Citra Irawan
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i1.6373

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This research is motivated by the high dependence of rice farmers in Boyolali Regency on diesel-fueled water pumps, which causes high operational costs and production instability due to fluctuations in fuel prices. Agricultural electrification through the use of electric pumps is a more efficient and sustainable alternative, but its adoption rate is still relatively low. This study aims to analyze the influence of Perceived Benefits, Ease of Use, and Farmer Trust on the Adoption of Agricultural Electrification. The study used a quantitative approach with a descriptive-analytical method. The study population was all rice farmers who had used or had access to electric pumps in Giriroto Village, Ngemplak District, and Babadan Village, Sambi District, Boyolali Regency. The study was conducted from December 2025 to January 2026. Primary data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results showed that Perceived Benefits and Ease of Use had a positive and significant effect on the Adoption of Agricultural Electrification, while Farmer Trust had no significant effect. An R² value of 0.770 (77%) indicates that the model has strong explanatory power. This finding indicates that adoption decisions are more influenced by tangible benefits and ease of use than by trust. The implications of this research emphasize the importance of strengthening the dissemination of benefits and improving the ease of operation of the technology to accelerate agricultural electrification.
Efficiency of Soybean Farming Production Factors (Glycine max (L.) Merrill) in Bancak Hamlet, Gebyog Village, Mojogedang District, Karanganyar Regency Mahananto; Wahyu Widayat; Alina Dian Aryani
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i1.6473

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This thesis was stack based on the result of research aimed at assessing the cost, revenues, and income of Soybean farming; to study the effect on the use of production factors on the production of soybean farming; and to assess economic efficiency level of inputs combination used on soybean farming in Bancak village, sub district Mojogedang, Karanganyar Regency. Basic method of the research descriptive analysis method and its execution is by survey technique. The research took one village who have the biggest soybean productivity in sub district Mojogedang. There are 30 respondents and taken by simple random sampling method. The result of this research showed that with the farming costs of soybean is Rp11,200,155.94/Ha/MT, the farming revenue of soybean farming is Rp14,242,574.26/Ha/MT, and that produce income amount of Rp3,042,418.32/Ha/MT. To study the effect of the use of production factors about production is used regression model with the Cobb Douglas produce function model modification. The correlation of the use of production factors with production of soybean is realized in the Cobb Douglas produce function model as this: Y = -0.176.X10,552.X20,836.X3-0.775. X4-0.495. X5-0.043. X6-0.021. X7-0.285. X80,908. X91,179 That equation was analyzed by double linear regression showed that the used of those production factors are affected to soybean production. Individually production factors the land area and the seeds also having real effect the soybean production, labour, Urea ferlitizers, Phonska ferlitizers, Gandasil B fertilizers, Gandasil D fertilizers, insecticides Apidor, level of graduated education, and experience of soybean farming are not real effect to soybean production. Pursuant to maximum advantage approach can be known that using inputs of soybean farming in has not efficient.
Analysis of Economic Efficiency of the Use of Production Factors in Soybean Farming (Glycine max (L.) Merrill) in Dam Village, Kedawung District Sragen Regency Agung Prasetyo; Dewi Rahmawati Intan Permatasari; Ermareta Hanasya Rachman
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i1.6474

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This study aims to determine the cost, revenue, and income of soybean farming and analyze the influence and efficiency of the use of production factors on soybean production in Dam Village, Kedawung District, Sragen Regency. The research method used is descriptive analytics with survey techniques. The research sample amounted to 30 farmers who were selected using the simple random sampling method. Production analysis uses the Cobb-Douglas production function. The results of the study showed that the cost of soybean farming was Rp8,210,872.27/Ha/MT, revenue was Rp10,026,073.81/Ha/MT, and income was Rp1,815,210.54/Ha/MT. Simultaneously, the factors of production of land area, labor, seeds, NPK Phonska fertilizer, Gandasil B fertilizer, and Dursban insecticide have a significant effect on soybean production. Partially, the area of land and seeds has a real effect, while other factors have no real effect. The use of production factors in soybean farming has not reached optimal economic efficiency.
Organic Rice Supply Management In The Pangudi Bogo Farmers Group In Dlingo Village, Mojosongo, Boyolali suyanti; suswadi; Norbertus citra irawan
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 2 (2026): August
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i2.7081

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Unstructured inventory management leads to stockpiling, high storage costs, and the risk of product damage due to excessive storage time. This study aims to analyze organic rice inventory control in the Pangudi Bogo Farmers Group, Dlingo Village, Mojosongo District, Boyolali Regency, using the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) method. This study employed a descriptive method with a quantitative approach. Data were obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation in the Pangudi Bogo Farmers Group's granary section. Data analysis was conducted using the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) method, supplemented by calculations of Safety Stock, Reorder Point (ROP), Maximum Inventory, and Total Inventory Cost (TIC) based on demand and inventory data for the period August 2024–July 2025. The results showed that the EOQ calculation for each type of organic rice resulted in an optimal order quantity of 4,097 kg for red rice, 3,054 kg for black rice, and 3,161 kg for brown rice, with order frequencies of 9, 8, and 6 times respectively during the study period. The safety stock values obtained were 136 kg, 91 kg, and 76 kg, while the reorder points were 635.67 kg, 424.12 kg, and 353.62 kg, and the maximum inventory levels were 4,233 kg, 3,145 kg, and 3,237 kg for the three product types. The total inventory cost (TIC) using the EOQ method per product type was Rp16,069,464 per period, which was more efficient than the current system, which resulted in inventory accumulation of up to 70,840 kg and product damage of 1,800 kg during the study period. Keywords: Inventory Management, Organic Rice, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Safety Stock, Reorder Point.
Farmer Participation In Implementing Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) In Mojosongo District Sri Wahyuni, Nurul; Suswadi; Agung Prasetyo
Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies Vol 4 No 2 (2026): August
Publisher : Agribusiness Department, Agriculture Faculty, Tunas Pembangunan University, Surakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/jrucs.v4i2.7091

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The implementation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in organic rice farming is an important effort to improve productivity, product quality, and agricultural sustainability. The success of GAP implementation largely depends on farmers' participation in farming activities. This study aimed to analyze the participation level of organic rice farmers in implementing GAP and the factors influencing it in Dlingo District, Boyolali Regency. The study employed a quantitative survey approach involving 30 members of the Pangudi Bogo Farmer Group selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through interviews, observations, documentation, and questionnaires, and analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression. The results showed that farmers’ participation in GAP implementation was categorized as high, with an average score of 4.13. Farmers were generally 58 years old, had elementary school education backgrounds, and mainly cultivated organic red rice. Motivation, farming experience, education level, land size, and age contributed to farmers' participation in GAP implementation. Strengthening farmers’ capacity through extension services and technical assistance is essential to support sustainable organic farming development. Keywords: Farmer Participation, GAP, Organic Rice, Sustainability, Extension Service

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