The Perception of Contract Farming on The Sustainable Production of Potato in Indonesia

Abstract

Farmers' perceptions of farming contracts are very decisive in making farming decisions. There are still many farmers who refuse to participate in farming contracts because of the lack of information, payment processes and the absence of price guarantees. It is important to study the perception of farmer partnerships to support sustainable production. The basic method used is descriptive analysis research. This type of research is a survey with an explanatory analysis study method. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the perceptions that are categorized very well are the ease of registration; Meanwhile, perceptions that are categorized as good are information on partnerships, membership contracts, no payments to become members, partnerships are fair and profitable, market certainty, prices are high and stable, there is guidance that helps farmers, and the marketing process through partnerships is easier. Perceptions that fall into the neutral category are price comparisons between participating in partnerships with far different markets and borrowing business capital. Meanwhile, a very bad perception is the freedom to market agricultural products.