ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTEREST OF WETLAND RICE FARMERS IN THE USAGE OF ORGANIC AND INORGANIC FERTILIZERS

Abstract

Lowland rice farming has always been an interesting topic to study because it is a strategic staple food source in Indonesia. This study aims to determine the factors that influence rice farmers' interest in using organic and inorganic fertilizers. This study was conducted in Rancabango Village, Tarogong Kaler District, Garut Regency, from December 2022 to January 2023. This study used a quantitative correlation method with multiple linear regression analysis techniques. The sampling method in this study used a simple random sampling technique by taking 30 samples of rice farmers. The results revealed that the factors that influence the interest in using organic and inorganic fertilizers in Rancabango Village together are land area, experience, income, assistance, and education. However, partially, land area is a very influential variable.