Journal of Rural and Urban Community Studies

Community Leaders’ Roles In Managing Security Challenges: Perspective of Community Dwellers in Rural Communities of Osun State, Nigeria

Michael Famakinwa — 2025-02-26

This study investigated the roles of community leaders in managing security challenges in agrarian communities of Osun state, Nigeria. It identified prevailing security challenges and their causes; examined the perceived roles of community leaders in managing security challenges; and identified problems facing community leaders in tackling security challenges in their communities. The interview schedule was employed to gather information from 135 community members selected across the state through a multistage sampling procedure while 15 key informant interview sessions were conducted to collect qualitative data from 15 community leaders. Descriptive statistic was used to analyse quantitative data while content analysis was used to analyse qualitative data. The. Results showed that farmers-herders conflict (79.1%) and crop thefts and vandalism (45%) were the most prevailing and major causes of security challenges identified. While settlement of conflicts and disputes (90.4%), collaborating with law enforcement agents (87.1%) and creating awareness of security issues (80%) were the most prominent roles performed of community leaders in security management. Inadequate funds (80%) and poor communication and coordination (70.1%) were the major constraints facing community leaders in managing security challenges in rural communities. The study concluded the majority of the community members indicated that their leaders played a significant role in managing security challenges of their communities to ensure community peace and sustainable food security

The Influence of Types of Bacteria and Types of Compost Materials on Composting Results

Dian Rachma Agustin — 2025-02-26

Composting is a biological process in organic materials that are broken down by microorganisms into stable organic fertilizers and are useful as organic fertilizers or compost, microorganisms have the ability to produce enzymes needed to process organic waste into compost that can be reused as fertilizer. The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of cellulolytic bacteria, rhizomonas, subtilis and cow rumen using waste materials from rice straw and corn plant waste in the composting process.This research was conducted in Bowan Village, Delanggu District, Klaten Regency with an altitude of ± 130 meters above sea level in February to April 2024 and using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 2 factors, namely: The first factor is a combination of bacteria consisting of 5 levels: D?: without bacteria, D1: cellulolytic, rhizomonas and cow rumen, D2: cellulolytic and subtilis, D3: rhizomonas and cow rumen, D4: cow rumen, The second factor is the type of compost material consisting of 2 levels: P1: Rice straw and P2: Corn plants. The parameters observed were compost odor, compost color, compost temperature, compost pH, composting time, water hold capacity, final compost weight and final compost water content. The results of the study showed that the provision of cellulolytic bacteria, subtilis, rhizomonas and cow rumen significantly affected the temperature and pH of the compost but did not significantly affect the composting time, water hold capacity, final weight of the compost and final water content of the compost. The use of rice straw waste and corn waste had a very significant effect on pH and significantly affected the composting time, final weight of the compost and final water content of the compost but did not significantly affect the temperature and water hold capacity.

Comparison Of Income From Organic Rice And Non-Organic Farming In Dukuh Village, Delanggu District, Klaten Regency

Veni Primaningsih — 2025-02-27

Organic rice cultivation is a cultivation using organic materials or natural materials that can be renewed as input so that products are produced that are free from chemicals that are harmful to health and ecosystem balance. While the pesticides used are botanical pesticides. The application of organic systems in addition to restoring the soil agro-ecosystem can also increase farm income. The purpose of this study was to determine the amount of income and costs of organic and non-organic rice farming with the same variety in Dukuh Village, Delanggu District. The analytical tools used were cost analysis, income analysis and t-test. The conclusion of the study can be concluded that the costs incurred by farmers for organic rice farming are greater than non-organic rice farming, but the income of organic farmers is greater than that of non-organic farmers. This is shown from the results of the calculation showing an average organic rice farming income of IDR 30,482,568.2 per hectare, while the farm income from the calculation results shows that the income of non-organic rice farming is IDR 21,114,381.9 per hectare. The results of statistical tests show a significant difference. Income from organic rice farming is greater than income from farming with a non-organic rice system.

Effect of Dolomite Dosage and Chicken Manure on the Growth and Yield of Red Onions (Allium ascanolicum L.)

Dimar Prabawati — 2025-03-04

Bawang merah (Allium ascalonicum L.) merupakan komoditas hortikultura yang vital di Indonesia, dengan permintaan yang terus meningkat seiring dengan pertumbuhan penduduk. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian dolomit terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil bawang merah (Allium ascalonicum L.), untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian pupuk kandang ayam terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil bawang merah (Allium ascalonicum L.), untuk mengetahui pengaruh interaksi antara dosis dolomit dan pupuk kandang ayam yang memberikan pengaruh terbaik terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil bawang merah (Allium ascalonicum L.). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada tanggal 17 Agustus sampai dengan 20 Oktober 2023, di Desa Bangsalan, Kecamatan Teras, Kabupaten Boyolali, Jawa Tengah, pada ketinggian tempat 227 meter di atas permukaan laut, menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok Lengkap (RAKL) faktorial dengan tiga kali ulangan. Dua faktor diperiksa: yang pertama adalah aplikasi dolomit (D) pada tiga level—D₀ (tanpa dolomit), D₁ (5 ton/ha), dan D₂ (10 ton/ha); yang kedua adalah aplikasi pupuk kandang ayam (F) pada empat level—F₀ (tanpa pupuk kandang ayam), F₁ (5 ton/ha), F₂ (10 ton/ha), dan F₃ (15 ton/ha). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dolomit secara signifikan memengaruhi pertumbuhan dan hasil bawang merah, khususnya memengaruhi diameter umbi, jumlah umbi per tanaman, berat umbi segar per tanaman, dan berat umbi kering per tanaman dan plot. Itu juga berdampak signifikan pada jumlah umbi per plot. Kotoran ayam terutama memengaruhi berat umbi kering per plot dan secara signifikan memengaruhi tinggi tanaman, berat tangkai kering per tanaman, diameter umbi, berat umbi segar per tanaman, dan berat umbi kering per tanaman. Interaksi antara dolomit dan kotoran ayam secara signifikan memengaruhi berat tangkai segar per tanaman, berat umbi kering per tanaman dan plot, diameter umbi, dan jumlah umbi. Hasil tertinggi diperoleh pada kombinasi D₂F₃ dengan berat umbi kering per petak sebesar 1441,10 gram (25,60 ton/ha), sedangkan hasil terendah diperoleh pada kombinasi D₀F₀ yaitu sebesar 1151,10 gram (20,46 ton/ha). Penggunaan dolomit dan pupuk kandang ayam secara tunggal maupun kombinasi memberikan pengaruh positif terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil umbi, sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa pemberian kedua jenis amelioran tersebut secara bersamaan lebih efektif dalam meningkatkan produktivitas tanaman dibandingkan dengan perlakuan tunggal.

Analysis of Madurese Cattle Consumer Preferences (Case Study of Purnomo Sapimulyo Farm in Boyolali District)

Wanda Julisna — 2025-03-17

The agricultural sector includes a variety of plant and animal production activities to meet human needs, including the livestock subsector which plays an important role in the economy. In Indonesia, beef cattle farming, especially in Madura, has great potential in improving people's welfare and meeting the growing demand for protein. Consumer preferences are the choice likes or dislikes of a product, which is influenced by various factors such as shape, taste, and texture. Understanding consumer preferences can help improve customer satisfaction, develop more effective marketing strategies, and produce products that are more in demand. This study aims to examine the characteristics of the respondents and examine the attributes of Madura cattle which are consumer preferences in Purnomo Sapimulyo Farm, as well as examine the attributes that consumers consider most in the purchase decision of Madura cattle. The fishbein multi-attribute analysis method showed that the most considered attribute by consumers when buying Madura cattle was meat texture with an average value of 2.78. Purchase decisions based on the highest value to the lowest value are meat texture, price, weight, service, promotion and skin color

Marketing Strategy Of Peanuts (Arachis Hypogaea L.) In Among Tani V Farmer Group, Rejuno Village, Karangjati District, Ngawi

Abdul Jalil — 2025-03-19

This study aims to (1) identify internal factors that act as strengths and weaknesses in peanut marketing by the Among Tani V Farmer Group in Rejuno Village, Karangjati District, Ngawi, (2) identify external factors that serve as opportunities and threats in marketing, and (3) formulate appropriate marketing strategies to enhance the competitiveness of peanuts in the region. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with purposive sampling. Data collection was conducted through observation, in- depth interviews, and document studies using primary and secondary data. Data analysis involved the IFE and EFE matrices to assess internal and external factors, an IE matrix to determine marketing strategies, and SWOT analysis to formulate the most suitable strategy. The results showed that the IFE matrix score was 2.1, and the EFE matrix score was 2.84, indicating the need for strategic marketing improvements.

Arabica Coffee Agribusiness Development Strategy in The Tegal Subur Farmers Group Tegalmulyo Village Kemalang District Klaten Regency

Nurahman Oki — 2025-03-20

Arabica coffee is one of the leading plantation commodities in Tegalmulyo Village, Kemalang District, Klaten Regency. Tegal Subur Farmers Group is one of the active farmer groups in Tegalmulyo Village that manages the cultivation and post harvest of arabica coffee. Studies on the strategy for developing arabica coffee agribusiness by farmer groups are still limited, especially in the Klaten area. The purpose of this research was to determine the internal and external factors that influence the development of Arabica coffee agribusiness in the Tegal Subur Farmers Group and to formulate alternative strategies for developing arabica coffee agribusiness in the Tegal Subur Farmers Group, Tegalmulyo Village, Kemalang District, Klaten Regency. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with primary and secondary data. Determination of respondents by census with a total of 24 members of the Tegal Subur Farmers Group. The analysis tools used include the IFE and EFE Matrices, the IE Matrix and the SWOT Matrix. The results showed that the total score of the IFE Matrix was 2,913, while the total score of the EFE Matrix was 2,886. Analysis of the strategic position with the IE Matrix shows that the strategic position is in cell V, namely the area of implementation of the strategy of maintaining and preserving. Internal and external factors analyzed use SWOT Matrix, produces 11 alternative strategies. The right alternative strategy to be implemented for the development of arabica coffee agribusiness in the Tegal Subur Farmers Group is that the farmer group completes PIRT on the packaging of ground coffee products.