The Effectiveness Of Agricultural Extension Methods And Techniques In The Application Of Cultivation Technology Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batatas L.)

Authors

  • Siti Aisyah Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Indonesia
  • Achmad Faqih Faculty Of Agriculture, Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58631/jtus.v1i7.42

Keywords:

Effectiveness, Extension Techniques, Sweet Potato

Abstract

This research was conducted in Bandorasa Kulon Village, Cilimus District, Kuningan Regency, from January to February 2023. This study aims to find out: (1) the effect of the effectiveness of agricultural extension methods in the application of sweet potato cultivation technology, (2) the influence of agricultural extension techniques with the application of sweet potato cultivation technology, and (3)  the effect of the effectiveness of agricultural extension methods and techniques with the application of sweet potato cultivation technology. The method used in this study is quantitative descriptive with a survey approach. The object of research in the boled flower farmer group of Bandorasa Kulon Village with a sample of 47 farmers. Primary data collection was obtained through interviews with respondents using a list of questions, and secondary data were obtained from agencies related to this study. To determine the variable relationship between the effectiveness of agricultural extension methods and agricultural extension techniques, with the application of sweet potato cultivation technology, the Spearman level correlation coefficient test is used. The results showed that: (1) there is a medium and real relationship between the effectiveness of agricultural extension methods and sweet potato cultivation technology as shown by the value of rs = 0.456, (2) there is a low and real relationship between agricultural extension techniques and sweet potato cultivation technology, which is indicated by the value of rs = 0.360, and (3) there is a very strong and real relationship between the effectiveness of agricultural extension methods and techniques with sweet potato cultivation technology,  indicated by the value of rs = 0.943

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Published

2023-08-15