Farmer’s perception on pro cocoa national (GERNAS) program in Boalemo regency, Gorontalo province of Indonesia

Abstract

The aim of this study is to describe the implementation of Pro Cocoa National Gerakan Nasional(GERNAS) program in Boalemo Regency and analysing the farmer perception toward GERNAS program regarding to cocoa production and quality in Boalemo Regency, Gorontalo Province of Indonesia. The study was conducted from September 2015 to November 2015 by using survey approach. The samples consist of 52 respondents who met the study criteria. The sample was selected using proportional sampling method. The data were analysed using descriptive analysis and frequency distribution. The results indicated that implementation of the GERNAS program in Saritani village is in line with GERNAS programs’ technical guideline based on determination of target famer groups, empowerment of farmer group and cocoa cultivation (pruning, intensity of harvesting, sanitation, pest treatment and fertilization). Besides, farmers indicated that cocoa production and quality was increased in Boalemo Regency.