Open AccessThe performance of the distribution and use of improved varieties of rice in West Java Province
Author(s) -
Zulkifli Zulkifli,
Mohsin Ali,
Imam Mujahidin Fahmid,
Darmawan Salman,
H Naping,
Adang Agustian,
Resty Puspa Perdana,
Chairul Muslim,
Valeriana Darwis
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
iop conference series. earth and environmental science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1755-1307
pISSN - 1755-1315
DOI - 10.1088/1755-1315/892/1/012025
Subject(s) - distribution (mathematics) , productivity , agriculture , java , government (linguistics) , agricultural science , geography , production (economics) , mathematics , biology , economic growth , economics , computer science , mathematical analysis , linguistics , philosophy , macroeconomics , archaeology , programming language
West Java Province is one of the centers of rice production in Indonesia. The use of improved varieties continues to be pursued to support the increase in production. This study aims to analyze the performance and problems of distribution and the use of improved varieties in rice farming. The study was conducted in Majalengka and Cianjur Districts in 2020. The study sample consisted of 60 rice farmers and research-related institutions. Data analysis was carried out quantitatively by calculating the percentage of the distribution area and qualitatively descriptive. The results of the study show that in Cianjur District, from a total distribution area of 154,075 ha (in 2019), the distribution area of Ciherang and Mekongga varieties is 36.46% and 35.88%, respectively. While in Majalengka District, on the contrary, from the total area of 127,957 ha, the distribution of new improved varieties was more dominant, namely for Inpari 32 and Inpari 43 at 67.25% and 7.28%, respectively. Problems faced in the spread of new improved rice varieties include limited availability of seeds, limited demonstration plot activities, and resistance of varieties to pests and diseases. In rice farming activities in the study area, new high-yielding varieties produce relatively higher productivity compared to old improved varieties. In order to increase the spread of new improved varieties of rice, it is necessary to provide adequate seed support, description of the improvedity of improved seeds, demonstration plots, as well as support for government policies and programs for the development of new improved varieties.